Lydia Carey

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

I will reduce the amount of unwanted mail I receive (catalogs, phone books, etc.).

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

I will only purchase bulk food items and avoid all single-package items.

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

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

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

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

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

I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 4 friends per day about the issue.

I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) per day.