Vandhana Bharath

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.

Both system and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.

I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.

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

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

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

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

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

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

I will organize NWEI's discussion course 'Voluntary Simplicity' with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.

I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.