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Personal Resilience: Strength for Everyday Life

Resilience begins with each of us. By caring for our health, practicing flexibility, and developing habits that restore balance, we can adapt to life’s challenges and bring strength to our families, communities, and the planet.

Write in a Resilience Journal

Reflection helps us adapt and grow. I will spend (___) minutes writing in a journal about challenges I face, the strengths I use, and what helps me thrive.
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Journaling Prompt Generator for Self Reflection

Five Ways Journaling Can Build Your Resilience

How to Journal for Mental Health
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Meditate

Meditation helps build resilience and clarity. I will spend (___) minutes each day to meditate or create a moment of silence each day to reflect on things important to me.
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Meditation: A simple, fast way to reduce stress

7 best meditation apps of 2024
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Enjoy Fruits and Veggies

Eating a wide variety of colorful fruits and vegetables is a simple way to boost our personal health and support a more resilient food system. I will prepare and enjoy (___) servings of fruits and vegetables each day.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Seasonal Food Guide

10 Pictures of Your Daily Recommended Servings of Fruits & Vegetables

Healthy Diet Guidelines: World Health Organization
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Explore Resources for Managing Anxiety

Anxiety can be overwhelming, but resources and strategies can help. I will spend (___) minutes exploring resources that help manage anxiety and stress to support my mental and psychological well being.
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Managing Stress and Anxiety

Self Care for Anxiety

7 Resources to Help You Cope With Climate Anxiety
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Prioritize Getting Enough Sleep

Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting (___) minutes of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.
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Take a Sleep Habits Quiz

How Many Hours of Sleep Do You Really Need?

Sleeping Well in the Digital Age
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Exercise Daily

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend (___) minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Physical Activity Guidelines: World Health Organization

Fitness Program: 5 Steps to Get Started

Moving Your Body Is Good for Your Mind
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Reduce Refined Sugar

Cutting back on refined sugar can improve energy, mood, and overall health. I will limit my intake of sugary snacks and drinks by reducing refined sugar in meals or snacks each day.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

13 Simple Ways to Stop Eating Lots of Sugar

Learn More about Added Sugars
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Share a Health or Well-being Resource

Sharing knowledge helps others nurture their well-being. Through social media, in the Ecochallenge feed, or in conversations, I will share (___) health or well-being resources with friends, family, or my community to promote a healthier, more resilient world.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Seven Tips to Live a Happier Life

12 Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle

Six Practical Ways to Inspire the Wellness Within You
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Go Get a Check Up

Regular health check-ups help prevent problems before they start. I will schedule or attend a medical, dental, or mental health check-up to take care of my well-being.
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Checkups and Tests You Shouldn't Miss

Your Guide to Health Screenings by Age

UN Sustainable Development Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
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Prepare for Extreme Weather

Extreme weather events like hurricanes, wildfires, and floods can disrupt lives and upend our communities. I will take proactive steps to prepare for extreme weather by safeguarding my home and creating or updating an emergency plan and kit with essential supplies, evacuation routes, and contact information.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Disaster Preparedness Resources from the American Red Cross

How to Prepare for a Flood

How to Prepare for a Wildfire
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Learn About Emergency Preparedness

Being prepared can save lives during extreme weather. I will spend (___) minutes learning about the most common weather risks in my area and the steps I can take to stay safe, such as signing up for local alerts or identifying nearby shelters.
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ACTION RESOURCES:

Learn about Common Emergencies and Natural Disasters (and How to Prepare) with the Red Cross

Is Climate Change Increasing the Risk of Disasters?

Watch: Help Children Learn about Severe Weather and How to Prepare (7:22 mins)
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CREATE A CUSTOM ACTION

Ideally, you’ll choose at least one measurable goal so that you can measure your success but there are no limits on what you can choose—so exercise your creativity!

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