La'akea Pusins-Kaaekuahiwi

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

I will spend 10 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.

I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will spend 10 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home or dorm room.

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

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 3.3lbs (1.6kg) a month by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

I will start a recycling program at my workplace, dorm, or elsewhere on campus.

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

Both systemic 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 upgrade the windows or weatherstripping in my home or office to reduce air leaks and save on energy costs.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

I will spend at least 10 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

I will keep track and reduce my consumption of refined sugars, including sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

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

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.

I will keep 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

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

I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.

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

I will spend 25 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

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

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

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.