do what you can.
do what you can.
Introduction
In this busy world of ours, it's easy to feel overwhelmed by the many projects and causes that demand our attention. But you don't need to do everything in order to make a difference; just doing what you can is enough. So go ahead and pick an issue that matters to you—or start one!
pick an issue that is important to you
Pick an issue that is important to you.
Pick an issue that you can do something about.
Pick an issue that you have the time to work on. (Remember, this is a hobby, not a full-time job.)
Pick an issue that you have the resources to work on (maybe your family has money and/or connections).
If you have time and interest, start a project.
If you have time and interest, start a project. This can be something as simple as writing in your journal every day. Or it could be something more complex, like painting a room in your home or even starting to learn how to code.
Start small and build up! Start with one thing, then move on to the next. Focus on what you can do rather than what you can't do or haven't done yet; this will help keep your mind off of things that are out of your control (and allow yourself some time for fun). Be creative and think outside the box—you'll never know what kind of awesome things might come out of exploring new activities! And don't worry too much about making mistakes or doing everything perfectly; enjoy yourself!
Even if you don't have the time and resources, do what you can do.
Don't be afraid to do what you can.
You are in control of your life, and no one can take that away from you. If there's something that needs done, then get out of your comfort zone and do it! Don't be intimidated by the fact that others have more time and resources than you do; just keep working at it until you succeed. You won't get far if you give up on yourself before even trying in the first place.
Green projects and ecology clubs are great ideas if you have the time and inclination to pull them off. However time is a commodity that most of us don't have enough of, as long as you do all that you can with what resources you have available to you, you have done enough.
It doesn't matter if you don't have time, or resources. The world needs more people who are doing what they can with what they have. If you're one of those people, then congratulations: you're doing enough.
If you do have time and resources to spare, then by all means keep doing what you're doing! You are helping the world a lot more than most people out there who don't have even half as much time or money. If your main concern is that other people seem to be accomplishing more than you in terms of environmentalism, then here's my advice: try not worrying about it so much! It's entirely possible for everyone on Earth to be a part of the solution without feeling like they need to do everything themselves because someone else is doing too little or too much (or anything else).
Conclusion
It's easy to get overwhelmed by the big picture and feel like we can't do anything. But even small actions add up over time, which is why it's important to remember that one of the best things you can do for the environment is just take care of yourself. That means eating healthy foods, exercising regularly, and getting enough sleep. These simple steps will help keep your body strong so that when you're ready to take on new projects or start a club at school or work, your body has what it needs!