Madie Petry
"Where flowers bloom so does hope. "
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 240 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO20gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO5.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO5.0milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO60minutesspent learning
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UP TO9,988pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO6.0more servingsof fruits and vegetables
Madie's actions
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 133 lbs of CO2 a month and 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.
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.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Food
Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty
I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.
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.
Transportation
Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Waste
Tour A Waste Management Facility
I will spend at least 60 minute(s) touring (virtually or in person) a local dump/transfer station, material recovery facility, and/or landfill to learn about our local waste and waste recovery streams.
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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Madie Petry 10/05/2019 9:29 AMMy challenge is going pretty well, but some of the challenges are harder than others. One in particular that is difficult is shopping from a farmer's market for all may produce. It has been difficult for me because of convenience. When my roommates go to the store, I often tag along and buy produce there which is not as environmentally friendly. A big thing that has been helpful for me is by having one of my roommates, that I have talked to about a challenge, try to do it as well. This allows me to remain accountable and remember.-
Leah Welch 10/07/2019 12:49 PMI saw the farmer's market challenge and was interested in trying to do that one but I knew it that it may be unrealistic for me to try if I knew I probably wouldn't have time to travel to the farmer's market. I have a farmer's market in my home town and I absolutely love going to it, so I intend on trying to make it to the farmer's market at some time before the season is over. I think the strategy you have for trying to accomplish this challenge is very smart. It is similar to me and when I go to the gym. When I have a friend to join me at the gym, I am more motivated to go! -
Alysa Remsburg 10/07/2019 6:52 AMGood luck! Not sure if the farmer's market will be on campus this Monday, but that's so convenient when we do have the awesome Hmong vendors on campus (across from Centennial by Wittich hall).
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth HappinessHow does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?
Madie Petry 9/04/2019 9:27 AMPracticing gratitude is a way of reminding yourself of the sweet things that are occurring in your life, often in the midst of chaos.