Adam Derkey
10/03/2018 11:10 AM
It gives me a break and allows some time to think outside the box.
Adam Derkey
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 284 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO4.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO120minutesspent exercising
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UP TO8.8pounds of CO2have been saved
Adam's actions
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 15 minute(s) each day.
Energy
Power Down the Computer
I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.
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.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk for 15 minutes each day.
Health
Happiness
I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 0 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
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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Adam Derkey 10/04/2018 7:07 AMI'm feeling good about my challenge. I may need to do a few more one-time challenges though. -
Adam Derkey 10/03/2018 11:51 AMHaving fun with the eco challenge!-
Gunaraj Giri 10/03/2018 11:53 AMSame here! :)
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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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth HappinessHow does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?
Adam Derkey 10/03/2018 11:08 AMI think it will make me feel more content and want others to feel that way as well -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Reduce Animal ProductsWhat do you think contributes to people in North America eating more meat than in other places, and what does this say about North American values and ways of living? How do we start shifting a meat-focused food culture?
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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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?