Mari-Lynn Flaig

Comerica Bank

"To reduce my eco-footprint and to have a fun time learning about sustainability. I challenge you to do the same!"

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
697 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

120

minutes

spent learning
UP TO

80

minutes

being mindful
UP TO

270

minutes

not spent in front of a screen
UP TO

12

pounds of CO2

have been saved

Mari-Lynn's actions

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.

COMPLETED 11
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Less Screen Time

I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.

COMPLETED 9
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

De-Clutter My Home

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

COMPLETED 13
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Work-Life Balance

I will not work more than 8 hour days each day to practice work-life balance.

COMPLETED 10
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Meditate

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 10 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.

COMPLETED 8
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Go get a check up

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Support Pollution Reduction

I will spend at least 120 minutes learning about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity Work-Life Balance

Is practicing work-life balance difficult to do? How does it feel when you first begin? How does this feel for you after 21 days?

Mari-Lynn Flaig 10/24/2018 5:26 AM

Work life balance is difficult for me. I find myself getting absorbed into what I am doing towards the end of my day and staying later than I should sometimes. I get in early with the thought I might leave early and it never works out that way.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity Meditate

What would you like to invest more time in reflecting on?

Mari-Lynn Flaig 10/24/2018 5:23 AM

I'm still finding this one the hardest to do. I have issues with clearing my mind. I will work harder at meditation, I'm considering a yoga class, that may help.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health Support Pollution Reduction

What environmental factors affect human health in your region, and how do they affect it?

Mari-Lynn Flaig 10/24/2018 5:22 AM

I hate to say it, but the pollution in my area is more than what I thought it was. We have issues with water purity, soil contamination and air quality. I'm asthmatic already, and am considering purchasing a Vog mask to help reduce the issues I am facing with the air.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health Go get a check up

How do you practice self care?

Mari-Lynn Flaig 10/18/2018 10:48 AM

Self care not only means going to the doctor, but not allowing them to brush off persistent symptoms you are experiencing. A simple back ache could mean something more serious. The doctors kept telling me stretch more and take pain pills. After three years, they finally diagnosed me with stage two cancer. Know your body, when things feel different, especially when it does not feel right, keep going to the doctor.

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- Kristin Bloser 10/19/2018 9:12 AM
  
  I'm so sorry to hear that Mari-Lynn. My husband was diagnosed recently after a similar situation. All the best to you!
  
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Mari-Lynn Flaig 10/17/2018 6:49 AM

When I went strawless, I went totally strawless. Because I am not drinking from a straw, I'm more conscientious about what I drink. A lot less soda pop and a lot more water. My teeth are starting to whiten on their own, because I'm not drinking as much coffee or dark sodas.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity De-Clutter My Home

How can you prevent yourself from accumulating more things in the future?

Mari-Lynn Flaig 10/17/2018 6:44 AM

I plan to think at least 48 hours before buying anything. Also, if you menu plan for the week then create a list of grocery items and stick to it, you'll be less apt to buy things you don't need. Lastly, when you go shopping, eat before you go.

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- Aleksandra Kovalchuk 10/17/2018 6:51 AM
  
  While shopping I'm not limiting myself - I put in the bag everything I want, and I think ower buying it while continue shopping. Thus, I own these things for a little amount of time (this is what I consider my brain thinks), and before paying I'm getting things I decided not to buy on their place.
  
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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?

Mari-Lynn Flaig 10/01/2018 5:34 AM

After the last eco challenge, my bicycle broke down and I have neglected getting it fixed. I plan to spend the cash to get it back up and running so I can start wheeling for groceries and other assorted journeys, rather than using my car.

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Mari-Lynn Flaig 10/01/2018 5:32 AM

I'm twice the person I was in high school. Literally. I am. I plan to swap out sitting in front of the computer, with exercise for the duration of this eco challenge, and take into consideration the excess and waste that I have been guilty of for many decades. Meditation is also on the list, I find myself not as relaxed as I was. There is a great need to find myself, I feel kind of lost. Let's see what happens...stay tuned. Looking forward to hearing what you are doing to make this challenge meaningful.

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Mari-Lynn Flaig 9/28/2018 9:46 AM

There are new things to try with this eco challenge. I am ready!

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