Linda Ometer

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

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 make an appointment for my annual physical.

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

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

I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.

I will volunteer 4 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

I will take a 10-minute walk outside each day.

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 5 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.

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

An estimated 71% of seabirds and 30% of turtles have been found with plastics in their stomachs. When they ingest plastic, marine life has a 50% mortality rate. By asking for no straw when placing a drink order, I will keep 1 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.

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

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

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

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