Emily Sailors
4/18/2021 8:23 PM
I like to go on walks each day and when I have more time, bike rides. When I can't go outside, I like to do yoga!
Emily Sailors
"Being eco-friendly and open to change in big and small ways is key to our survival: the well-being of our planet and all of its people depends on it 💗"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 321 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO105minutesspent exercising
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UP TO2.0poundswaste composted
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UP TO1.0plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO30minutesspent learning
Emily's actions
Action Track: Building Resilience
Advocate for More Food Options
I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.
Action Track: Building Resilience
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
Waste
Advocate For More Food Packaging Options
I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus to reduce pollution in the environment and in local communities.
Health
Reduce refined sugar
I will keep track and reduce my consumption of refined sugars, including sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Action Track: Building Resilience
Support Local Pollinators
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 30 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard or local community garden.
Waste
RESEARCH LOCAL WASTE SITES
I will spend 30 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Action Track: Building Resilience
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.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 15 minute(s) each day.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill each day by composting my food or learning how to.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 1 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Health
Audit Toxic Cleaning Products
I will spend 15 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home or dorm room.
Health
Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
I will spend 30 minutes researching environmental justice and environmental racism concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
Health
Joyful Movement
I will spend 25 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.
Participant Feed
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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 QUESTIONHealth Joyful MovementWhat's your favorite activity(ies) in which you experience joy while being active and moving?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Compost Food WasteNew to composting? Be sure to check out the action resource links to learn tips and more about it. As you transition from throwing food away to composting, what do you notice about how much you are tossing? How will you use your compost once it is ready?
Emily Sailors 4/17/2021 7:40 PMRight now, I have green compost bags in a small sealed container. If it becomes full, I freeze the bags and replace the bag in the container. I take these bags to St Kate’s and place them in the compost outside of the Food Shelf. I have noticed that my house needs a bigger container for compost, and since I mostly have non-food items in my garbage I am noticing how much plastic, styrofoam, and packaging I use. I want to reduce that. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use Reusable BagsWhat do you do if you find yourself in the situation of needing a bag for items but don't have a reusable one with you or aren't allowed to use the one you brought? Carry things out in your hands? In a cart? Accept a disposable one? If you find yourself in this position often, what system could you put in place to try to create a successful habit of not using plastic bags?
Emily Sailors 4/17/2021 7:37 PMBefore I had a reusable bag I would just carry things in my hands but it got to be hard when I had more groceries. I received a reusable bag that can fit in my pocket and now it’s great to take everywhere. If I don’t have it, I use paper bags and recycle those to carry items later. I collect any plastic bags I get and use them for garbage bags, but I just heard about making plastic yarn to make items. I could try that since I like crocheting. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth HappinessHow does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?
Emily Sailors 4/17/2021 7:32 PMPracticing gratitude can help you see the world in a more positive light and reflect on/appreciate your day. Some things I do are photograph anything that makes me happy: dog, sunset, food. I also make sure to tell the people I love that I love them often. A new thing I have heard of is instead of saying I “have to” do something, to say that I get to do it. Lots of ways to look at life more positively! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
Emily Sailors 4/16/2021 6:38 PMEach day I take a walk in my neighborhood, just to get some fresh air and movement. I usually walk past trees and sometimes with my roommate, but it could be cool to take a walk to a new location in nature! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Building Resilience Support Local PollinatorsWhy is it important to take care of pollinators?
Emily Sailors 4/12/2021 4:04 PMPollinators like bees help grow important plants in nature, including edible plants we rely on. In Minnesota, some plants that are helpful for pollinators are thyme, oregano, and geraniums. Not using pesticides and having dandelions can also help, which I do. I don’t currently have a garden of my own but I plan on growing some oregano or thyme seedlings for my garden this summer. That way I can support pollinators and grow food in my own backyard! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Building Resilience Advocate for More Food OptionsWhat changes would help food insecure regions have access to local, seasonal foods? How can your choices contribute to these changes?
Emily Sailors 4/06/2021 4:02 PMCommunity gardens are one way for people to access food. To help this cause I could volunteer at a community garden or buy food that is grown locally. I could even grow my own food. I need to research other ways to help food insecure regions access local and seasonal food: this is also a social issue and the layout of cities has been affected by history, race, etc. -
Emily Sailors 4/06/2021 7:37 AMI am excited for the eco-challenge to start next week!