Kim Kapaun
10/22/2018 6:07 AM
Yes, I find that I am more relaxed and less stressed the more time I spend outside. Nature is calming!
Kim Kapaun
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 329 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO160gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO420minutesspent exercising
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UP TO420minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO420minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO30more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO30whole food mealsconsumed
Kim's actions
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
Food
Whole Foods Diet
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 30 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Spend Time OutsideRachel Carson said that we need the beauty and mysteries of the natural world for our spiritual and emotional development. Does that ring true for you? What are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time indoors?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth More Fruits and VeggiesWhat do you think contributes to people in North America eating more meat than any other places, and what does this say about North American values and ways of living? How can we start shifting from a meat-focused food culture to a more plant-based one?
Kim Kapaun 10/22/2018 6:05 AMI think Americans eat more meat because of the accessibility and financial ability to obtain it. Also, other countries beliefs don't allow them to eat meat so they are strickly vegetarian. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
Kim Kapaun 10/22/2018 6:01 AMI have invited friends to the gym with me and am talking to a group of people interested in walking and I forming a walking group. -
Kim Kapaun 10/16/2018 5:37 AMThe challenge is going well. Most days I exceed my expectations and it is fun learning the different eco friendly ways to include in my day to day living. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater 5-Minute ShowersFive minute showers are an impressive step toward reducing your water footprint. What is the next step you can take?
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Kim Kapaun 10/08/2018 1:47 PMChallenge is going well, have to remember to post my activities and challenges met each day! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Whole Foods DietMichael Pollan states that "it is better to pay the grocer (our edit: or the farmer!) than the doctor." What are your thoughts on this?
Kim Kapaun 10/08/2018 1:43 PMAgreed! Nutrition is so important to good health. You are what you eat!