Kristen Ballou

I will spend 5 minutes each day trying out climate anxiety resources that support mental and psychological well being.

During the work day, I will schedule time for breaks to practice work-life balance.

I will maintain a record of all my purchases and identify my spending habits.

I will repair at least one item that is broken, but is repairable. This might be items like garden tools, sewing machine, small appliances, electronics, clothing, and more.

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the environment.

I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about my food supply chains, and complete a food waste audit.

I will reduce food waste, excess carbon and save money by planning my daily and weekly menus so that I only purchase the ingredients needed.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, work, or other shared space to identify the next steps for saving energy.

I will replace 5 minute(s) per day typically spent inside and often with electronics with quality time outside walking, exercising, enjoying the sunrise/sunset, gardening, journaling, observing nature, or practicing gratitude for nature.

I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.