Larissa Torkelson

I will commit to getting 7 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.

I will increase my step count by 15 each day and will take breaks from sitting by briefly getting up and moving once per hour during the day.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about how indoor air quality impacts health and commit to taking one action to improve indoor air quality in my living space.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will spend 5 minute(s) per day practicing Mindfulness and/or Meditation.

I will repair an item, such as clothing or an appliance, for myself, a friend, family member, or neighbor.

I will replace 15 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities, and limit my social media use to once per day.

I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for every day.

I will improve hydration by drinking an additional 6oz of water each day. I will do this by drinking additional servings of water or by drinking water in place of other less healthy beverage options.

I will make 2 appointments to support my health and well-being (primary care provider, dental, vision, etc.)

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I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 10 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

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

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.

I will only use disinfectants where recommended and required by my organization's Infection Prevention and Control department.

I will spend 10 minutes learning about what medical device reprocessing is and how it works, including whether my organization has a program, and if so, which items it collects.

I will promote a positive environment and uplift others by performing 2 random act(s) of kindness.

I will replace 3 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.