First Horizon

Forgiving others as well as yourself feels like a weight is lifted. I am much happier not carrying anger or ill feelings. 

I was way behind in all my regular checkups, but all have now been scheduled for the rest of the year!

I had fun participating in this challenge!  It was interesting to see the impact that even the smallest of changes can make on the planet.

This is something I've been doing for awhile, so making a conscious effort to reduce it even more was interesting. I've found that it has helped reduce my stress, I have more time to read an actual book, and I sleep better. I connect (via phone or text) with the people who I want to be most connected to and don't stress about having to know...

Less stress. Better sleep. Stronger relationships. 

This is harder to do than you realize. It makes you focus on your thoughts and enjoy the process of preparing and eating.

It's more fulfilling to actively listen. Conversation is much more productive.

As I get older it becomes more important to keep my mind engaged and not spend so much time watching television or on my phone. I enjoy playing games that challenge me to be strategic. Love making memories laughing with others. 

I have been doing bill pay for years but just recently changed all my bills to auto pay or paperless. I like not having to rely on the mail service to receive my bill or send off a check and wait for it to clear. I will continue to look for other opportunities to reduce junk mail received. 

Any challenge that brings awareness to the environmental issues we face today is well worth the time to get involved!