Takierah Peterson
5/23/2021 3:09 PM
I found out that there is only one recycle place in my neighborhood
Takierah Peterson
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participant impact
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UP TO30minutesspent learning
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UP TO3.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
Takierah'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.
Health
Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
I will spend 20 minutes researching environmental justice and environmental racism concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in recycling dumpsters or my curbside bin.
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.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Find Local Recycling DepotsOur ability to recycle certain things ebbs and flows based upon many factors, including market demand for recyclables. Luckily there are places that accept uncommon things to recycle or dispose of in a less harmful way. What did you find when looking for places to recycle items that can't be recycled in your curbside bin?
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Janeth Maya 5/24/2021 8:49 PMbecause there are few spots to recycle I think a great idea in the future would be that every household has a large container in front that anybody can drop in whether walking, and just like trashes if people dont want to take them to get recycled the trash recycle bin will take them. -
Emely Gaytan 5/23/2021 10:32 PMHi Takierah, that is so crazy to here! I wish there were more spots around your area! Maybe there might be something we can do about that in the future.
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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?
Takierah Peterson 5/15/2021 11:09 PMThe barrier that I have is that I forget to actually use my reusable water bottle or leave it places. It is so much easier to just get a plastic bottle and throw it away when I'm done. I think if I got some sort of band for the water bottle that I could put around my neck it would make it easier for me to remember to use it.-
Mya Duncan 5/16/2021 11:23 PMHi Takierah, I totally get this! I always forget about my reusable water bottle. We have our plastic water bottles in the garage so I just grab one real quick out the door. I have to get in the habit of remembering to fill up my reusable water bottle before I leave for the day.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth More Fruits and VeggiesHow does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?
Takierah Peterson 5/15/2021 11:06 PMIt affects me by giving me a healthier feeling in my body. I feel like by eating healthier I am able to get up and do more and feel more energized. If everyone ate healthier then I think it would help with extinction and help people feel better about themselves -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Learn About Local Environmental Justice ConcernsWho is most affected by environmental degration and/or environmental irresponsiblity in your community? How are they affected?
Takierah Peterson 5/15/2021 11:03 PMThe most affected would be the people in the community because if we all as a whole are not practicing environmental responsibility we all are causing pollution in our area. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth HappinessHow does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?
Takierah Peterson 5/15/2021 11:01 PMI believe that practicing gratitude can help because it keeps the mind clear and only allows for positive thoughts to enter the mind. If everyone expressed gratitude it would be less angry people in the world. -
Takierah Peterson 5/05/2021 9:30 PMI think it is going well i learned that where I live we have a recycle center in Grand Terrace near me where we can give any recyclable items away.