Genesis Whitlock

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 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 keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.

I will spend 45 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.

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

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

I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, neighbors or classmates.

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

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 45 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.

Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 3 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.

I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill each day by composting my food or learning how to.

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

I will take a walk outside for 30 minutes each day.

I will limit my social media use to once each day reducing my daily use by 180 minute(s)