Susan G

I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 5 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.

I will avoid sending up to .42 lbs (.19 kg) of food waste to the landfill each day by composting my food or learning how to.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 30 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard or local community garden.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.

I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.

I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will use the resource links provided below and spend 30 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.

We may find more meaning and joy in life when our actions are aligned with our personal values. I will determine what my top 3-5 core values are so that I can better align my actions with them.

I will enjoy 1 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 25 minute(s) each day.

I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 1 conversations.

I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.

I will spend 20 minutes learning about restorative justice and conflict resolution opportunities in my own community or state.

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

I will watch 2 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.

I will spend 20 minutes researching environmental justice and environmental racism concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

Both systemic and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.