Aria Pickard-Gross
10/25/2021 2:15 PM
Water in my region comes from an aquifer approximately 170 feet deep into the ground.
Aria Pickard-Gross
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 270 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO72gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO60minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO135minutesbeing mindful
Aria's actions
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
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.
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 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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Turn it offHow is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?
Aria Pickard-Gross 10/25/2021 2:13 PMLa Crosse generates energy through many major facilities that use sources like natural gas, coal, nuclear fuel, water, oil, and wind. Most of these can be harmful to the environment and humans. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Eat MindfullyMindful eating is healthier for us than eating with distractions. How do your eating experiences differ when practicing mindfulness?
Aria Pickard-Gross 10/10/2021 11:54 PMEating without distractions was a different experience for me because I would normally watch TikTok or a show while eating. It definitely made me think about the food I was eating more, if that makes sense