Traditional Resolution

Lynn & Corey's Ecosolutions

Lose weight/eat right

Eat organic, whole foods and be aware of portions

Pay off debt/save money

Reduce consumption and pay off debt or pad your nest egg with money saved

Get a better job

Find or create work that is fulfilling for you and that contributes to the betterment of the world, however large or small the scale may be

Get fit

Ride your bike or walk for transportation.

Get a better education/be constantly learning

Educate yourself about issues that affect you, your family, your community, the global community and the planet. Strive to learn one new fact every day and share what you know with others. You could also take a class in biodynamic gardening or even earn a "green" MBA

Drink less alcohol

Drink less, but if you do consume, buy organic/biodynamically grown and give preference to glass bottles over aluminum

Quit smoking

Quit smoking and donate the money you previously spent on cigarettes(and/or the equivalent of time you spent smoking), to an organization that is working to prevent cancer.

Reduce stress

Pamper yourself with produce you make with organic food, herbs and oils, and only buy beauty products that are free of toxic chemicals (www.CosmeticDatabase.com). Patronize organic and eco-friendly spas.

Take a trip

Take an eco-vacation as close to home as possible (and buy carbon offsets for travel).

Get organized

Reduce the amount of "stuff" you acquire (and accumulate.). Take care of what you own and find ways to reuse or recycle everything else. Buy only high-quality, eco-friendly products that won't need replacing, and clean your home only with homemade or non-toxic products from trusted companies.