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Watch the short video below to learn the basics.
You'll be an 2018 People's Ecochallenge expert in no time!
"For me, sustainability is all about ability to endure."
Both system 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 avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.
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 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 advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 20 minute(s) each day.
I will spend at least 60 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
I will avoid sending 5 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
I will keep 7 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
I will spend 120 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
I will spend at least 120 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?