Harmony Evans
"I am here to make habitual changes that will improve quality of life for my family and those around me in hopes to make a global chain reaction for the Earth's future. "
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 762 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO8.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO3.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO150minutesspent exercising
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UP TO100minutesspent learning
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UP TO60minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO410minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO600minutesnot spent in front of a screen
Harmony's actions
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.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Nature
Keep a Nature Journal
I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Forage for My Food
I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 60 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 8 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.
Nature
Join An Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
Water
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
Waste
Personal Waste Audit
I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
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
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and ending unwanted subscriptions.
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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Harmony Evans 10/18/2018 4:26 PMHalf way through the month and feelin good! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Buy From a Farmers MarketWhat is one food choice that you make, or could make, that would do more good and less harm?
Harmony Evans 10/09/2018 11:01 PMBecoming vegan. Not only is it beneficial to animals but to your health and global warming as well. -
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?
Harmony Evans 10/09/2018 10:57 PMI noticed that my day didnt go by so quickly. I was able to take a break from binging on Netflix and do an artsy activity I enjoyed.-
Holly Smith 10/23/2018 10:00 PMSo cool!
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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?
Harmony Evans 10/09/2018 10:54 PMIn being mindful while eating I stop when I'm full as opposed to just finishing my plate. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Keep a Nature JournalWhat natural gifts are you grateful for?
Harmony Evans 10/09/2018 10:52 PMAutumn leaves, petricor, song birds, the sound of the trees rustling, squirrels playing, feeling your bare feet on grass, gardening, warm sunshine packing through cold overcast. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Explore My AreaHow can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place?
Harmony Evans 10/09/2018 10:49 PMIt helps calm me and gives me an opportunity to reflect on problems that need solving. It's also a wonderful way to "ground" yourself which can really help de-stress. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
Harmony Evans 10/09/2018 10:48 PMYou can go for a walk in nature and practice mindfulness, or volunteer in a laborous community activities to get in daily exercise. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth HappinessHow does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?
Harmony Evans 10/09/2018 10:45 PMIt keeps you in a positive headspace which can help you accomplish more for yourself and your community. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Volunteer in my CommunityWhat is one thing you can do to help your community become more sustainable?
Harmony Evans 10/09/2018 10:43 PMContinue to support native plants by dismantling intrusive species.