Donna Christensen
10/04/2018 8:43 AM
I will keep a glass bottle in my car instead of bringing a prefilled water bottle.
Donna Christensen
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 206 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO3.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO20minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO20minutesspent learning
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UP TO10minutesspent exercising
Donna's actions
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Health
Take Control
Both system and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Waste
Recycle Everything I Can
Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 5 minutes researching and recycling all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will spend at least 5 minutes finding out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Nature
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 5 minute(s) each day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 10-minute walk outside each day.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable Water BottleWhile water bottles serve an important role in places for health and safety, we can do more to reduce the unnecessary use of them. Can you identify the barriers in making this a new habit? How can you set yourself up for success in making this a permanent change?
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Robin VanderRoest 10/04/2018 1:57 PMI have a metal bottle in my car, which keeps water fairly cold, even in the hot months. I also have a dish for my dog - so after a walk at the park, we both can have a drink. (I have to be careful - he would happily drink from the bottle directly...!)
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable MugMaybe you've heard how good it is to switch from a single use coffee cup to a reuseable one but it's just hard to make the switch. Think about what stands in your way of making this a habit. By identifying the challenges, you can begin to work through them to have better success in taking this action. Knowing the difference you are making, how does it make you feel?
Donna Christensen 10/04/2018 8:42 AMIt is easier to use a paper cup. We all need to start somewhere. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Recycle Everything I CanWhat have you learned about what is accepted by local haulers for recycling, what you can drop off or ship to certain places, and what is not recyclable in your area? What is the most difficult part of recycling for you?
Donna Christensen 10/04/2018 8:37 AM
A large drop off location is located in Grayslake Illinois. I also ship old toners at work.
The most difficult part of recycling for me is transporting the old electronics. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Find Local Recycling DepotsOur ability to recycle certain things ebbs and flows based upon many factors. Luckily there are places that accept uncommon things to recycle or dispose of in a less harmful way. What did you find when looking for places to recycle items that can't be recycled in your curbside bin?
Donna Christensen 10/04/2018 8:34 AM
I have to reycle a phone, old electronics and expired drugs. I found local locations for all three nearby.