Melanie Nguyen
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 228 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO56gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO8.0milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO8.0milestraveled by bike
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UP TO110minutesspent exercising
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UP TO45minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO2.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO14plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO3.3pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO8.0more servingsof fruits and vegetables
Melanie's actions
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Waste
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 0.11lbs (0.05kg) a day or 3.3lbs (1.6kg) a month by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Transportation
Go by Bike
I will commute by bike 4 mile(s) each day and avoid sending up to (___) lbs of CO2 into Earth's atmosphere.
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.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Water
Say No to Plastic Straws
An estimated 71% of seabirds and 30% of turtles have been found with plastics in their stomachs. When they ingest plastic, marine life has a 50% mortality rate. By asking for no straw when placing a drink order, I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 10 minute(s) each day.
Simplicity
Go For A Daily Walk Outside
I will take a walk outside for 10 minutes each day.
Simplicity
De-Clutter My Home or Dorm Room
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home or dorm room.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 4 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Health
Know My health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Health
Go get a check up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Participant Feed
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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?
Melanie Nguyen 5/21/2019 5:46 AMWenn ich mir immer etwas zu trinken mitnehme und dadurch nichts irgendwo kaufen muss. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Go For A Daily Walk OutsideFresh air and movement are good for our entire being and can help us think more clearly and creatively. How does taking a walk each day affect yourself and/or your work?
Melanie Nguyen 5/21/2019 5:37 AMIch fühle mich freier und kann in dem Moment besser über Sachen nachdenken. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity De-Clutter My Home or Dorm RoomHow can you prevent yourself from accumulating more unnecessary things in the future?
Melanie Nguyen 5/21/2019 5:36 AMNach dem Prinzip von Marie Kondo, nur das behalten dass dich glücklich macht. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
Melanie Nguyen 5/21/2019 5:35 AMMit Freunden gemeinsam eine Strecke mit dem Fahrrad um den See fahren. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Eat MindfullyMindful eating is healthier for us than eating with distractions. How do your eating experiences differ when practicing mindfulness?
Melanie Nguyen 5/21/2019 5:27 AMMan merkt schneller wenn man satt ist. Und das Essen schmeckt einfach besser.