thomas szewczyk

Walter P Moore

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
482 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

340

minutes

spent exercising
UP TO

5.0

minutes

spent learning
UP TO

90

minutes

spent outdoors
UP TO

540

minutes

being mindful
UP TO

360

minutes

not spent in front of a screen
UP TO

34

more servings

of fruits and vegetables

thomas's actions

Nature

Forage for My Food

I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity

Needs Vs. Wants

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Less Screen Time

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

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Eat Mindfully

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Know My health

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Explore My Area

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Exercise Daily

Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 20 minute(s) each day.

COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Go get a check up

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity Needs Vs. Wants

How is creativity necessary for practicing simplicity?

thomas szewczyk 10/24/2018 9:30 AM

Not purchasing toys and games for LOs but instead creating fun activities with what you have is the way to go. a little bit of forethought can turn anything you already have into a musical instrument, game, or otherwise. Side note, if you have to buy toys, buy wood and not plastic.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity Less Screen Time

What 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?

thomas szewczyk 10/24/2018 9:27 AM

It is way easier to unplug from TV than you think. Just do it and get outside!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health Exercise Daily

How can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?

thomas szewczyk 10/24/2018 9:25 AM

Our favorite family weekend activity is throwing the LOs into backpack/carriers and going for a hike!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health More Fruits and Veggies

What 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?

thomas szewczyk 10/22/2018 1:10 PM

The general low cost of "meat" in America is astonishing. You should really be asking yourself why it is so cheap, learning about its production and harmful impact, and then reconsidering your consumption...and when you do purchase it do so from your local and sustainable farmer/rancher.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Nature Explore My Area

How can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place?

thomas szewczyk 10/22/2018 1:07 PM

Spending time outdoors without technology reminds you of the simplicity and beauty of life, and helps to realign priorities while helping you to cleanse and calm your mind and body!

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