Daniel Ches

I will replace 14 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.

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

What can lack of access to nutritious food affect a community? How can having access to nutritious food help a community become more resilient?

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

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

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 eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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

I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day

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

I will spend 30 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home or dorm room.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

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

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

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

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