Jaclyn Choi

I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.

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

I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.

I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 3 gallons (11 L) of water per faucet every day.

I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate. I will keep 2 container(s) out of the landfill each day.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 3.4lbs (1.5kg) a month or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

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 watch 1 documentary(ies) about systemic racism.

I will spend 20 minutes learning about food apartheid and find out how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.

I will begin, or continue, on the journey of forgiving myself and/or other(s). I may do this through journaling, meditation, prayer, and/or talking with a licensed healthcare professional.

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

I will spend 15 minutes nurturing my Self-Compassion.

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 sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.

Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and determine if it is right for me.

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

I will use the resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.

I will find out what stocks and bonds are in my investment account portfolio to determine if they align with my values (e.g. environmental, social responsibility, community).

I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community while observing best practices in my region for not spreading COVID-19.

I will work from home 2 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.

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

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