Health

Care for your well-being while supporting a healthy planet.

Our health is deeply connected to the health of the environment. Caring for our physical, mental, and emotional well-being helps us show up for others and for the planet we all share.

Express Gratitude and Random Acts of Kindness

Small acts of kindness and gratitude can brighten someone's day and create a positive ripple effect. I will express gratitude to (___) people or perform (___) random acts of kindness to spread joy and connection.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Kindness Ideas from the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation

Tips for Keeping a Gratitude Journal

14 Health Benefits of Practicing Gratitude According to Sciencea
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Exercise Daily

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend (___) minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Physical Activity Basics and Your Health

Fitness Program: 5 Steps to Get Started

Moving Your Body Is Good for Your Mind
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Enjoy Fruits and Veggies

Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy (___) servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Seasonal Food Guide

10 Pictures of Your Daily Recommended Servings of Fruits & Vegetables

Learn How to Eat Healthy with MyPlate
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Learn More about Food Apartheid

I will spend (___) minutes learning about food apartheid and find out how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Karen Washington: It’s Not a Food Desert, It’s Food Apartheid

USDA Food Access Research Atlas

What's in a Social Justice Diet?
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Practice Loving-Kindness Meditation

I will spend (___) minutes practicing Loving-Kindness Meditation to nurture love and compassion for myself and others.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

This Loving-Kindness Meditation is a Radical Act of Love

Loving-Kindness Meditation

Video: Loving Kindness Meditation with Headspace’s Andy Puddicombe
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Know My Core Four Biometrics

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI) if available to me through campus or local clinics.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

UN Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being

What Is a Biometric Screening?
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Engage in Joyful Movement

I will spend (___) minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Exercise and the Health At Every Size (HAES) Model

The Case for Replacing Exercise with Play
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Go Get A Check Up

Regular health check-ups help prevent problems before they start. I will schedule or attend a medical, dental, or mental health check-up to take care of my well-being. I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Checkups and Tests You Shouldn't Miss

Your Guide to Health Screenings by Age

Put It in Writing: How Journaling Can Help you Achieve Your Health Goals
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Prioritize Getting Enough Sleep

Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting (___) hours of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Learn about Healthy Sleep and Take a Sleep Assessment

How Many Hours of Sleep Do You Really Need?

Sleeping Well in the Digital Age
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Reduce refined sugar

Cutting back on refined sugar can improve energy, mood, and overall health. I will limit my intake of sugary snacks and drinks by reducing refined sugar in meals or snacks each day.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

13 Simple Ways to Stop Eating Lots of Sugar

Learn More about Added Sugars
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Audit Toxic Products In My Living Space

Many common products contain harmful chemicals. I will spend (___) minutes researching chemicals found in products I use, and I will make a list of products I'd like to replace with safer options.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Getting The Toxic 25 Out of Your Home with this Home Audit Toolkit

Healthy Home Checklist

Use the Think Dirty App to Explore Products
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Support Pollution Reduction in My Area

I will spend (___) minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

EPA: MYEnvironment

Environmental Justice Screening and Mapping Tool
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Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns

Environmental issues often impact marginalized communities the most. I will spend (___) minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Environmental Justice Screening and Mapping Tool

NOAA's Interactive Climate Impacts Explorer

Read the Principle of Environmental Justice
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Eliminate Toxic Plastics

I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with durable non-plastic options.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Most Plastic Products Contain Potentially Toxic Chemicals, Study Reveals

Plastic Pollution Coalition: Guides to Living Plastic Free
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CREATE A CUSTOM ACTION

Ideally, you’ll choose at least one measurable goal so that you can measure your success but there are no limits on what you can choose—so exercise your creativity!

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