Sheri Duyao
10/24/2018 2:55 PM
Most of my bills are on estatement now. Yes! This is a very freely experience. I would love to know how to eliminate all the junk mail I receive. IE; credit card applications and mailers.
Sheri Duyao
"Let's Make a Difference - Together! Be the Change"
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Sheri's actions
Waste
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and ending unwanted subscriptions.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.
Waste
Advocate For More Food Packaging Options
I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.
Simplicity
Needs Vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Simplicity
De-Clutter My Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Participant Feed
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Go PaperlessReducing your paper mail can be such a freeing action to take -- by reducing what is coming in, you can reduce what is going into the recycling bin too. How does it make you feel? What is the next step you will take to reduce your waste?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Advocate For More Food Packaging OptionsWhat concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Weekly Meal PlanningAn average American throws out about 240 lbs of food per year. The average family of four spends $1,500 a year on food that they throw out. Does this surprise you? Where would you rather use this money?
Sheri Duyao 10/24/2018 1:35 PMIt does not surprise me! I know how easy it its to have food go bad on you. It took me a while to "downsize" my food purchasing after my son left for school. I buy primarily fresh fruits and veggies - I've got it down now! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Eat MindfullyMindful eating is healthier for us than eating with distractions. How do your eating experiences differ when practicing mindfulness?
Sheri Duyao 10/15/2018 3:55 PMI have been making a very mindful choice in sitting down to eat. And when I eat I am taking my time and not rushing. Food is more enjoyable and I am more aware of my hunger vs craving. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Needs Vs. WantsHow is creativity necessary for practicing simplicity?
Sheri Duyao 10/15/2018 3:53 PMI have stopped looking at the weekly ads and mailers that come in the mail. It gets quite overwhelming this time of year with the Holiday season upon us. Then when considering a purchase I am not being impulsive, I am taking time to consider if it is something I really NEED.-
Melissa Hayes 10/16/2018 2:03 PMWhat a great idea. I'm going to start putting the weekly ads and mailers directly in the recycling pile. Thank you
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REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity De-Clutter My HomeHow can you prevent yourself from accumulating more things in the future?
Sheri Duyao 10/15/2018 3:28 PMMy daughter suggested for every new thing I acquire - I should donate an item. -
Sheri Duyao 10/15/2018 3:26 PMA little slow on my part. Just Because I forget to check in! -
Sheri Duyao 10/03/2018 5:51 PMToday is day one! I selected several challenges that I find relevant and can work into my daily actions.