Evi Alvarez
4/25/2020 3:06 PM
I can use the sun to naturally dry my clothes instead of using electricity. Plus that means more time outside :).
Evi Alvarez
"I hope to empower and teach others about sustainable practices and the power of buying ethically made goods such as clothing. "
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,670 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0locally sourced mealconsumed
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UP TO1,800minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO324minutesspent exercising
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UP TO20minutesspent learning
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UP TO318minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO2,025minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO1,290minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO141organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO37more servingsof fruits and vegetables
Evi 's actions
Waste
Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion
I will learn about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.
Energy
Heat and Cool Naturally
I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once each day reducing my daily use by 30 minute(s)
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 3 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day.
Food
Meet My Local Farmers
I will visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those around the world who produce my food in order to make better choices when I shop.
Nature
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 6 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and my natural surroundings.
Simplicity
Go For A Daily Walk Outside
I will take a walk outside for 6 minutes each day.
Simplicity
Needs Vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Health
Healthy Sleep
Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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Evi Alvarez 4/29/2020 10:48 PMI've been eating more veggies now that I have some growing in my own yard! :) -
Evi Alvarez 4/29/2020 10:47 PMIf anyone is looking for a zero-waste alternative for their shower routine...I recommend this shampoo bar by Bestowed Essentials. The bar comes in a metal tin for safekeeping. Super easy swap that will save a significant amount of plastic waste.
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Evi Alvarez 4/29/2020 10:42 PMBeing quarantined has allowed me to have more time to investigate zero waste alternatives for my lifestyle. I recently switched to a shampoo bar in an attempt to reduce the amount of plastic I'm consuming. So far so great! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Heat and Cool NaturallyWhat are other ways you could use the power of the sun to reduce your own environmental footprint?
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Evi Alvarez 4/25/2020 3:05 PMThis whole quarantine thing is pushing me to grow more of my own herbs and spend time in the sunshine! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Choose Organic IngredientsMany people say that “you can’t feed the world with just organic food.” How would you respond to that statement?
Evi Alvarez 3/30/2020 4:43 PMI strongly believe we can feed the entire world with healthy and nutritious organic food...that's how it was done for centuries prior to our time. With the proper growing techniques and support from governments, we could grow enough organic food to feed everyone. It might take a little time to coordinate things in motion, but I have full faith in clean foods!-
Professor Morrell 4/04/2020 9:40 PMTotally agree! Well said!
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Evi Alvarez 3/25/2020 2:45 PMGetting outside more and practicing mindfulness has been easier now that I am home and have more time to walk my dogs and spend time journaling. -
Evi Alvarez 3/25/2020 2:21 PMNow that we are home and online, I have actually found it more difficult to complete my tasks and practice sustainability. With covid 19, I feel like my plastic use has greatly increased and it's hard to not waste my time on social media. I am pushing myself in new ways to practice sustainability this week. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Limit Social MediaSocial media can keep us connected with loved ones, make us laugh, and help us to learn new things. It can also create echo chambers and take more time than we realize or intend to give. After completing this action for a few days, how do you feel? What do you notice?
Evi Alvarez 3/06/2020 11:34 AMI've noticed that limiting my social media has allowed me to be more productive with my time. I have also found myself out in nature more often because of the extra time I have now...more beach days and frisbee games with friends. I feel happier and more relaxed. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Eat MindfullyMindful eating is healthier for us than eating with distractions. How do your eating experiences differ when practicing mindfulness?
Evi Alvarez 3/06/2020 11:29 AMRecently I've been practicing eating my meals without distractions like Hulu or Instagram. It's been a nice break from scene time and I've also felt more refreshed eating my meals with friends and just enjoying our views here on campus while we eat.