Grace Pak

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

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

I will spend at least 20 minutes using the resources provided to learn about water justice and find out how I can get involved in local initiatives.

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

I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 10 conversations.

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

I will spend 20 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.

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

I will volunteer 4 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.

I will spend 20 minutes learning more about renewable energy alternatives (i.e. solar, wind, biomass) in my region.

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

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 use public transit 5 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.

I will spend at least 20 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

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

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.

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

I will watch 1 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 learn about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.