Rachel Sison

"I'm a proud participant in Chapman's EcoChallenge because I believe in the future of this planet! Educational systems have the power and reach to create an effective positive influence on the emphasis of environmentalism on campuses nationwide."

POINTS TOTAL

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909 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

168

gallons of water

have been saved
UP TO

630

minutes

spent exercising
UP TO

315

minutes

being mindful
UP TO

23

pounds of CO2

have been saved
UP TO

126

more servings

of fruits and vegetables

Rachel's actions

Health

Eliminate Toxic Plastics

I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with durable non-plastic options.

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Health

Exercise Daily

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.

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Health

More Fruits and Veggies

I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 6 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.

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Nature

Keep a Nature Journal

I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.

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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.

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Energy

Power Down the Computer

I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.

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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?

Rachel Sison 4/22/2020 5:38 PM

Happy Earth Day my fellow environmentalists! I'm so thankful to be an inhabitant (and guest!) of this planet and plan to live gently upon it. My #1 goal for today is to spread ecofeminist discourse and encourage those around me to become more knowledgable on realistic ways to act with the environment in mind.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Water Brush My Teeth Without Running Water

What is the main water source in your region? If you don't know, how could you find out?

Rachel Sison 4/09/2020 3:52 PM

Orange County gets the majority of its freshwater from imported sources. The Colorado River is a large source of water for this region! I found out simply by Googling "Main source of water in Orange County."

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Nature Keep a Nature Journal

What natural gifts are you grateful for?

Rachel Sison 4/07/2020 4:03 PM

It's been raining pretty heavily where I live lately and I feel very happy that the plants will be able to replenish their nutrients during this time! I feel like the Earth is getting a much needed breather.

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Rachel Sison 4/06/2020 4:15 PM

Challenge was particularly tough today. It was raining outside so my exercise had to be cut into 3x 10 minute HIIT exercises outside when the rain let up a bit!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health More Fruits and Veggies

How does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?

Rachel Sison 4/05/2020 4:32 PM

Myself: My body feels nourished and full of energy! I feel happy to have given my body something healthy and nutrient-rich to eat.
Other people: I am supporting the fair trade of fruits and veggies by purchasing them from the supermarket and ensuring that they are marked "FAIR TRADE" on their labels.
The planet: By eating less meat, I am contributing to the lessening of effects of climate change.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health Exercise Daily

How can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?

Rachel Sison 4/04/2020 4:16 PM

While taking my daily walk, I like to get onto 5-10 minute calls with my friends and loved ones to simply check in and see how they're doing. It shows them that I care about their wellbeing during this time and nourishes my relationships, even if they're at a distance.

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Rachel Sison 4/04/2020 4:13 PM

Day 3 and my favorite time of day is when I can go outside and take my dog for a walk! We typically go for about 30 minutes to an hour, and it's during this time that I can take a good look at nature and appreciate the ground we walk on!

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Rachel Sison 4/03/2020 4:20 PM

Day 2 and feeling like consistency won't be an issue while in self-quarantine! A highlight of my day was to incorporate TONS of fruits and vegetables into a nutrient-rich smoothie; I haven't actively nourished my body like this in a while.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Energy Power Down the Computer

What are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?

Rachel Sison 4/02/2020 9:46 AM

Although it's recommended to wash your hands for 20 seconds, don't keep the water running the entire time! Be mindful of the running water during the time you're lathering your hands with soap.

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Rachel Sison 4/02/2020 9:45 AM

First day participating in this challenge and I'm feeling good! I hope to recruit more team members to join and earn points as well, because I think it's a great way to stay involved environmentally while staying safe in self-quarantine!

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