Becky Shock

I will volunteer 1 hours in my community during the challenge.

I will spend 15 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

I will calculate my digital carbon footprint and take steps to reduce my CO2 emissions.

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minutes each day.

I will repair at least one item that is broken, but is repairable. This might be items like garden tools, sewing machine, small appliances, electronics, clothing, and more.

I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in recycling dumpsters or my curbside bin.

I will calculate my Water Footprint to learn about my tap water use and "virtual water" use.

I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.

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

I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.

I will watch 1 documentaries about systemic racism to learn more about how it affects us and the planet.

I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.

I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the environment.

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

I will shop at a farmers market or food co-op to support local farmers and businesses. By doing so, I may be able to learn more about who produces the food I eat and goods I buy.

I will spend 30 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.

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 reduce food waste and save money by prepping for 1 meal(s) each day, only buying the ingredients I need.