Manuela Pin Sanches

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

I will start a recycling program at my workplace, dorm, or elsewhere on campus.

I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 3.3lbs (1.6kg) a month by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.

I will spend 20 minute(s) per day practicing Mindfulness.

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

I will spend 60 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.

I will tend to a garden, or prepare for one, each day using sustainable gardening practices.

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 2 conversations.

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

I will spend 20 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and my natural surroundings.

Every month menstruating women throw away pads, tampons, applicators, plastic, and paper packaging. Using a menstrual cup cuts out all this trash, while also eliminating possible toxins from tampons. Menstrual cups are a cheaper choice in the long-run and also more hygienic than any other menstrual product. I choose it because I believe that every woman/transgender male that menstruates should use the cup over any other menstrual product.

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

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

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 visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.

I will cook 3 meal(s) with zero-waste each day