Earth day begins with each individual. When facing the question of what action, we should take to protect our planet, the answer is straightforward: promote and participate in fostering respectful behavior towards the environment. It can be as simple as switching off a light bulb when not needed; it could be turning off the tap when brushing the teeth to prevent water wastage.

There is simply nothing heavy work required. Respect nature, cut down on plastic usage, and save energy. Simple habits of limiting wastage and taking care of the surroundings, whether your home, neighborhood, garden, forest, or the sea where you go on vacation, would go a long way in protecting our planet.

The gestures to do or take small steps and the habits to change are effortless. The collective efforts of a billion individuals, even smaller ones, will resonate on a global scale and make the Earth Day celebration worthwhile. And once the change has been implemented and the habits formed, our lifestyle will be an example and an inspiration for the coming generations to be responsible towards nature and the environment.