Endeavors

To spare the environment, here are some things I endeavor to do:

• Unplug electronics when leaving the house


• Always walk somewhere when possible


• Take the bus when walking is not possible


• Drive as a last resort


• Fly as a last resort


• Wear warm clothes in the winter


• Wear cool clothes in the summer


• Eat a 90% or greater vegetarian diet


• Purchase most produce from local farmers markets


• Don't smoke


• Recycle


• Use a reusable grocery bag


• Wear clothes over if they are not dirty


• Turn off the lights I'm not using


• Don't eat more than I need


• Don't be otherwise wasteful

It turns out that all of these can be summed up in the last one: don't be wasteful. Everything in life requires balance and moderation. Stray out of balance for too long and your health will be adversely affected. Being materially conscientious is good mental practice for being conscientious in other ways, such as in your relationships or work. Conversely, if you are materially wasteful, you train your mind and body to be wasteful in general, and you are out of balance. You are using, but you are using too much. It's bad for your health. When you are conscientious you're more balanced, it does not take much effort, and you will feel better.