Shannon Myers

Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 30 minutes researching which materials are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community and recycle only those items.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 15 minute(s) each day.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with durable non-plastic options.

I will tend to a garden, or prepare for one, each day using sustainable gardening practices.

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.

I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 10 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

I will spend 5 minutes practicing Loving-Kindness Meditation to nurture love and compassion for myself and others.