Susan Flanagan
"To be the best environmental citizen I can be, to help enrich the lives of others and promote sustainability. "
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 661 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO50disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO155minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO850minutesspent exercising
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UP TO205minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO52plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO37plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO29more servingsof fruits and vegetables
Susan's actions
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Health
Practice Loving-Kindness Meditation
I will spend 15 minutes practicing Loving-Kindness Meditation to nurture love and compassion for myself and others.
Health
Joyful Movement
I will spend 15 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.
Health
Reduce refined sugar
I will keep track and reduce my consumption of refined sugars, including sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
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.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.
Waste
Skip the Straw
Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 10 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 4 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable Water BottleWhile water bottles are needed for health and safety in certain places, we can do more to reduce the unnecessary use of them. What are the barriers to you using reusable bottles and tap water instead of bottled water? How could you make this a permanent habit?
Susan Flanagan 10/14/2021 5:56 AMPlastic water bottles are definitely convenient and sometimes I forget to fill my reusable bottle up before I leave from home. However, I have a renewed interest in wanting to steer away from plastics due to cancer causing agents they can release when used. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Reduce refined sugarBefore you started this challenge, did you think you were 'addicted' to sugar? How do you feel now?
Susan Flanagan 9/30/2021 7:48 AMYes, I know I'm addicted to sugar. I'm still in the process of withdrawal BUT it's getting easier to avoid the sugary treats. -
Susan Flanagan 9/16/2021 6:12 PMI joined the challenge because I was made aware of the website through my college. I joined the actions I did because they were generally the same things I do on a daily basis. I also believe the things I do will make a difference. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth More Fruits and VeggiesHow does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?
Susan Flanagan 9/16/2021 6:08 PMFruits and veggies are good for energy. Lean meats are good in moderation. I'm not sure anything humans use from the planet has a positive effect. 🤔 -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Healthy SleepConsider how many hours of sleep you get now. How would you like to shift your sleep patterns? What are you finding works for you to be successful in this action?
Susan Flanagan 9/16/2021 6:02 PMI want to go to bed a little earlier without getting caught up looking at my phone. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Joyful MovementWhat's your favorite activity(ies) in which you experience joy while being active and moving?
Susan Flanagan 9/16/2021 6:01 PMWhen I'm walking in the natural environment I experience joy because I can spend time by myself and breathe. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Practice Loving-Kindness MeditationHow can practicing Loving-Kindness Meditation be helpful to the health of the environment?
Susan Flanagan 9/16/2021 5:59 PMI practice my meditation mainly outdoors. When I'm outdoors I gain appreciation for the environment. As I walk around I pick up trash to help the environment. -
Susan Flanagan 9/16/2021 5:55 PMLet's Go Team Gang Green!! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable MugMaybe you've heard how good it is to switch from a single use coffee cup to a reusable one, but it's just hard to make the switch. What stands in your way of making this a habit? By identifying the challenges, you can begin to work through them to have better success in taking this action. Knowing the difference you are making, how does it make you feel?
Susan Flanagan 9/09/2021 8:22 AMI need to remember to bring my cup with me or I could also store an extra clean cup in my car daily. I know I can do this!