Nate Barber

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will learn about paid leave and its impact on health and wellness at a personal and societal level and how I can help advocate for paid leave in my company and at the national level.

I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.

I will commit to getting 120 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

I will cook 2 meal(s) with zero waste each day.

I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

I will commute by bike 11 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 13.19 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.