Brooklynn Solomon
"Back again to make an impact!"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,096 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0donationmade
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UP TO1.0energy auditconducted
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UP TO162gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO5.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO1,250minutesspent exercising
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UP TO30minutesspent learning
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UP TO260minutesspent outdoors
Brooklynn's actions
Nature
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 30 minute(s) each day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.
Nature
Forage for My Food
I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.
Food
Join a Local CSA
I will sign up for a local CSA (Community-Supported Agriculture).
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients each day.
Community
Connect with a Nonprofit
I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.
Community
Support Businesses Owned by People of Color
Racial inequity is a sustainability problem. I will support businesses owned by people of color in my community whenever I shop.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Transportation
Improve a Bus Stop
I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 3 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.
Energy
Online Energy Audit
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 60 minute(s) each day.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 10-minute walk outside each day.
Health
Go get a check up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
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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Brooklynn Solomon 10/24/2018 9:14 AMWell, final day is started. Another great challenge on the books. I just need to get outside on my break and take walk to feel like I finished strong. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Improve a Bus StopHow can you advocate for transportation systems which minimize environmental impact while also meeting human needs?
Brooklynn Solomon 10/24/2018 9:13 AMI feel that the public transportation system up here leaves something to be desired. In recent years they have cut or reduced routes, and that means more people on the roads. I would like to advocate to local lawmakers to see if there is something to be done about this. With more expanded routes and hours of operation, I feel like more people would utilize the systems and therefore reduce traffic and our carbon footprint. -
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. What are some foods that you would like to preserve and enjoy later in the year?
Brooklynn Solomon 10/24/2018 9:10 AMI'm not really a fan of pickled items, however canning is really something that I'm interested in. I only wish that I had been able to get started during this challenge. I will try it soon, though. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Plant an Herb GardenConsider the ways you can garden: a plot of land? a patio container? hanging basket? windowsill gardens? What would work best for your living situation and lifestyle?
Brooklynn Solomon 10/22/2018 12:17 PMI actually purchased a patio planter two years ago, and had never put soil in it. Now it does. I also would like to purchase a couple of dwarf fruit trees, as well as a hanging tomato planter. -
Brooklynn Solomon 10/22/2018 12:15 PMTook some fun steps towards my goals this weekend. Excited to see how they pan out. -
Brooklynn Solomon 10/19/2018 5:31 PMHad a great anniversary lunch and made sure not to overdo it on the calories. Left feeling satisfied, not stuffed. -
Brooklynn Solomon 10/18/2018 9:04 AMGreat workout this morning. Ready for a productive day! -
Brooklynn Solomon 10/17/2018 3:43 PMJust found out I'll be participating in a back pain management study, very excited to see what they are able to do so I can workout more comfortably! -
Brooklynn Solomon 10/16/2018 9:31 AMKind of tired this morning, but I made sure to get a full 7 hours of sleep that I definitely needed. I'm feeling tired, but also a bit refreshed. Ready to put some work in. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Go for a Daily WalkHow do you experience your neighborhood or city differently when walking instead of driving?
Brooklynn Solomon 10/16/2018 9:21 AMI'v actually lived here for nearing three years now, and due to the configuration of the community, I never venture out behind the community, just out onto the main street. Taking my daily walks has let me explore a bit of the neighborhood that I don't usually see. It's given me a different perspective of where I reside, and I like it.