Ren Thompson
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 748 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO1,680minutesspent exercising
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UP TO600minutesspent outdoors
Ren's actions
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 3 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day to practice work-life balance.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk for 30 minutes each day.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
Create Your Own Action
No Smoking!
I've decided to quit cigarettes, starting today. I want to be healthier, to relieve the air of my smoke, and to stop contributing to the garbage of butts.
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 QUESTIONCommunity Volunteer in my CommunityWhat is one thing you can do to help your community become more sustainable?
Ren Thompson 10/24/2018 2:03 PMBuy and experience locally. I like to support my local farmers market, as well as the local fish store, the library, and the mom-and-pop restaurants. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Go for a Daily WalkHow do you experience your neighborhood or city differently when walking instead of driving?
Ren Thompson 10/24/2018 2:01 PMAt walking speed, I notice completely different things. One of my favorite things to do is walk through my neighborhood, taking note of what kinds of flowers and trees my neighbors are growing. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
Ren Thompson 10/24/2018 1:59 PMWalking with a friend is good for the relationship, and friends encourage each other to go farther. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Go for a Daily WalkFresh air and movement are good for our entire being and can help us think more clearly and creatively. How does taking a walk each day affect yourself and/or your work?
Ren Thompson 10/24/2018 1:58 PMWalking not only makes my body feel better, it also helps me organize my thoughts -- or clear my head, if that's what's needed to get through the rest of the day. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Work-Life BalanceIs practicing work-life balance difficult to do? How does it feel when you first begin? How does this feel for you after 21 days?
Ren Thompson 10/24/2018 11:44 AMWork-life balance feels more natural to me than NOT having it. I've always found it preferable to disconnect from work during my off hours. My private time is very valuable to me. -
Ren Thompson 10/24/2018 8:02 AMNine days into quitting smoking. Yesterday was so hard! But I'm determined to succeed. -
Ren Thompson 10/23/2018 11:57 AMToday we talked about work-life balance. So important to be aware of and monitor. -
Ren Thompson 10/22/2018 9:58 AMMaking a concerted effort at home to let fewer vegetables go to waste. -
Ren Thompson 10/21/2018 2:38 PMI wish Halloween was less commercialized. So much packaging! -
Ren Thompson 10/20/2018 8:50 AMHappy weekend, everyone!!