Melissa Merrell

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 10 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)

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 use the resource links provided and spend 5 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 spend 5 minute(s) per day practicing Mindfulness.

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

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 30 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.

I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about systemic racism.

Racial inequity is both a sustainability and justice problem. I will support businesses owned by people of color in my community whenever I shop.

I will spend quality time with family and friends by playing low-tech game(s) and/or through the spirit of imagination.