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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DAILY ACTIONS
Biodiversity and Wildlife
Choose Native Plants
Native plants provide food and shelter for local wildlife and help ecosystems adapt to change. I will choose native plants for my yard, balcony, or community space instead of non-native or ornamental species to support biodiversity resilience.
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Community
Express Gratitude and Random Acts of Kindness
Small acts of kindness and gratitude can brighten someone's day and create a positive ripple effect. I will express gratitude to 1 people or perform 1 random acts of kindness to spread joy and connection.
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DAILY ACTIONS
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
Mulching helps soil hold water and reduces runoff. I will mulch the base of trees or other plants at home, school, or in my community to improve water retention and soil health.
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Take the Pre-Survey
Take the Pre-Event Survey
I’ll take a short pre-survey to share what motivated me to join — and earn 15 points! (If I already took the survey by email, I’ll just mark this action complete to get my points.)
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Personal
Prioritize Getting Enough Sleep
Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 15 minutes of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.
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DAILY ACTIONS
Personal
Meditate
Meditation helps build resilience and clarity. I will spend 7 minutes each day to meditate or create a moment of silence each day to reflect on things important to me.
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DAILY ACTIONS
Participant Feed
REFLECTION
QUESTION
Community
How did expressing gratitude or performing acts of kindness impact you and the recipient? What role do small acts of kindness play in creating stronger communities?
It's the little things that can make a difference, even stopping and listening to someone in need. I believe what you put into the universe will come back to you.
Buying native plants have a higher success rate. Previously, I planted Blue berries, cutting of raspberries, golden currants and Oregon Grape. This year I purchased: kinnikinnick, wild rose and bare root hip roses. They're hardy and maintain from season to season. Overall, it's more peaceful sitting in the back yard when I'm not working.
Mindfulness and meditation has decreased the number of headaches I have experience. It also helps me relax before I go to sleep. There is so much negativity going on and any thing I can do to stay positive is quite helpful
Resilience is a great theme for the 2026 ecochallenge. Being kind and focus on positive thoughts is quite helpful with Resilience. Interacting with others in a calm, positive matter helps with resilience.
Reddi Pratap Koneti 4/22/2026 2:01 AM
Pavan Solanki 3/27/2026 1:51 AM