Kendall Ford
"By the end of this challenge I want to be more aware of sustainable practices in everyday life and having a conscious and intentional relationship with nature!"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 459 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO318gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO98minutesspent exercising
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UP TO25minutesspent outdoors
Kendall's actions
Health
Happiness
I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.
Community
Express My Support
I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Energy
Learn About Renewable Energy
I will spend 15 minutes learning more about renewable energy alternatives (i.e. solar, wind, biomass) in my region.
Simplicity
Go For A Daily Walk Outside
I will take a walk outside for 15 minutes each day.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 15-minute walk outside each day.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once each day reducing my daily use by 30 minute(s)
Health
Joyful Movement
I will spend 5 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.
Transportation
Conduct Virtual Meetings
I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.
Water
Brush My Teeth Without Running Water
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water a day or 270 (1,020 L) gallons of water a month per faucet.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Energy
Adjust the Thermostat
I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.
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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Kendall Ford 4/25/2021 9:47 PMMan, I had a lot of trouble staying off social media this challenge. I added it as a goal action but I had a lot of trouble with follow through. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Turn it offHow is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?
Kendall Ford 4/22/2021 8:59 AMMy energy comes from Xcel energy company. I assume the main manner of energy generation is fossil fuels (obviously a huge source of pollution) but I think they also generate energy from dams and wind. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Brush My Teeth Without Running WaterWhat is the main water source in your region? If you don't know, how could you find out?
Kendall Ford 4/22/2021 8:56 AMThe main water source in my zip code is the Mississippi river. This is such an easy action to save a little water! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth HappinessHow does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?
Kendall Ford 4/19/2021 1:00 PMI have been trying to get in the habit of writing things I am grateful for everyday, and it is so nice to have this little reminder! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Plant an Herb GardenConsider the ways you can garden: a plot of land? a patio container? hanging basket? windowsill gardens? What would work best for your living situation and lifestyle?