Myra Tumlos

I will write down three things that I am grateful for each day OR reach out to thank someone who's doing something positive for our world's health and well-being each day.

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 refrain from going out during the week and instead choose sober and healthy activities like exercising, advocating for change and getting outdoors.

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

I will not purchase anything but food during the challenge.

I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.

I will join a group on campus that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion.

I will join my residence hall group/board and advocate for change where needed.

I will work with RAs/student housing to reduce water usage by posting signs in laundry rooms/common areas.

I will check labels on my shampoo, lotions and/or beauty products. I'll replace products that use known carcinogens such as formaldehyde, cocamide diethanolamine, DMDM hydantoin or benzene.

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.

I will learn more about my own local watershed and where my water comes from and identify any conservation or water quality issues.

I will start to be active in my student government.

I will watch a documentary about water and the environment.

I will conserve water by only doing full loads of laundry.

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

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

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

I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental advocacy.

I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.

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

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

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 write 1 letter(s) to faculty member or campus administration to advocate for issues that matter to me.

I will take a 60-minute hike in nature.

I will cut out or reduce all artificial sweeteners in my diet, especially acesulfame potassium, aspartame, sucralose and saccharin - all which can decrease human health and pollute our waterways.

I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.

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

I will host a meeting or class outside.

I will join one of the Waterkeeper Alliance's clean water campaigns to combat pollution and preserve clean water sources.

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.

I will spend time getting acquainted with the nature on or near my campus.

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will replace my halogen desk lamp with an LED bulb.

I will enjoy 1 vegan meals each day, eliminating all animal products such as meat, eggs, and dairy.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

I will register to vote with my state or local election office.

I will incorporate energy efficiency or clean energy into a project or paper for school.