Kim Bowen

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

I will visit a nearby farm to pick my own fruits and veggies.

I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% more energy.

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and subscriptions.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day by installing a toilet tank bank.

I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

I will sign up for a Recycler / Composter program in my area.

I will limit my social media use to once per day.

I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

I will disconnect from my email when not working or studying.

I will commute by bike 9 mile(s) per day and avoid sending up to 4.8 lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

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

I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will spend 10 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.