rayshaun watson
11/19/2019 10:44 AM
Water keeps us hydrated and with the nutrients we need for the body.
rayshaun watson
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 542 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO64gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO15minutesspent learning
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UP TO315minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO840minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO8.0neighborsmet
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UP TO10organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO24plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO11pounds of CO2have been saved
rayshaun'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.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 120 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
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.
Community
Meet My Neighbors
I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) each day.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
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.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
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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rayshaun watson 12/02/2019 9:03 PMMy challenges are going good -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Use Reusable BottlesWhat are some of the needs that water meets or benefits that water provides for you?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Eat MindfullyMindful eating is healthier for us than eating with distractions. How do your eating experiences differ when practicing mindfulness?
rayshaun watson 11/18/2019 7:20 AMWhen you are eating mindful you can really taste all the nutrients and you take your time to eat. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Less Screen TimeWhat did you notice in implementing this challenge? Was it hard to choose other activities over screen time? How did you decide to spend your time?
rayshaun watson 11/18/2019 7:18 AMI noticed how many things I can get done by being off of my phone. It wasn't hard to choose other activities over screen time. I decided to go to the gym and workout. -
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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Gary Swick 11/20/2019 6:33 AMLake Michigan in Chicago.
Groundwater at NIU
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REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Meet My NeighborsIn what ways can you create more real and meaningful interactions with friends — or strangers — each week?
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rayshaun watson 11/12/2019 8:38 AMThe challenges are going great. It helps me try new things and make me think of the affects of everything I do. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth HappinessHow does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?
rayshaun watson 11/11/2019 9:32 PMShowing gratitude gives off a positive vibe and reflects over onto others around you. Being introduce to a good vibe can change the environment around you. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Try a New Way to PrepCanning and pickling food is a great way to have delicious summer fruits and vegetables all year round. Just make sure to follow the canning and pickling guidelines from the USDA or another trusted source. What are some foods that you would like to preserve and enjoy later in the year?
rayshaun watson 11/11/2019 9:30 PMSome good food I would want to preserve would have to be seafood such as crabs, shrimps. lobster tails and stuff along those lines. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Choose Organic IngredientsMany people say that “you can’t feed the world with just organic food.” How would you respond to that statement?
rayshaun watson 11/11/2019 9:29 PMI think that you can't feed everyone with organic food because most will be use to how their food is regularly processed.