Maheswari Manoharan

I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 180 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 spend 180 minute(s) each day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.

I will plant 100 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.

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

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 180 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.

I will call or write 50 public official(s) each day to advocate for more green spaces around my town.

I will replace 180 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

I will take a 180-minute walk outside each day.

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 visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those who produce my food in other regions of the world to make better choices when I shop.

I will install alternative energy systems, such as solar electric systems or solar water heaters.

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.