Em Wesner

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 3 conversations.

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

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

I will use the resource links provided below and spend 90 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.

I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 2 friends and/or classmates each day about the issue.

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.

I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.

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

I will replace 30 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will host a watch party to screen a documentary about an issue that matters to me.

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

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 spend 90 minutes researching environmental justice and environmental racism concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.

I will make sure I’m registered to vote. While I’m at it, I’ll sign up to help others register too!

If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.

I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home or dorm room.

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 keep track and reduce my consumption of refined sugars, including sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.

I will spend 90 minutes learning about restorative justice and conflict resolution opportunities in my own community or state.

I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.