Jackie Day

I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus to reduce pollution in the environment and in local communities.

I will sign up for a local CSA (Community-Supported Agriculture).

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.

Cheap, single-use items and disposable packaging end up blowing around as litter more often in poor and POC-majority neighborhoods. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate.

I will spend 30 minutes learning more about renewable energy alternatives (i.e. solar, wind, biomass) in my region.

I will use an energy meter to monitor my energy use and identify opportunities to save power.

I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.

I will spend 15 minute(s) per day practicing Mindfulness.

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

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

I will spend 15 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and my natural surroundings.

I will spend at least 90 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.

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 get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

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.

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 watch 3 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 visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those around the world who produce my food in order to make better choices when I shop.

I will replace 15 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

I will spend 30 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.

I will spend 10 minutes practicing Loving-Kindness Meditation to nurture love and compassion for myself and others.

What can lack of access to nutritious food affect a community? How can having access to nutritious food help a community become more resilient?

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.