Laena Brody

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 save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

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 spend 45 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 write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.

I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.

I will spend at least 45 minutes using the resources provided to learn about water justice and find out how I can get involved in local initiatives.

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 purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

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

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 spend 5 minutes practicing Loving-Kindness Meditation to nurture love and compassion for myself and others.