Jaymin Paquin
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 462 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0hourvolunteered
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UP TO2.0public officials or leaderscontacted
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UP TO14plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO90minutesspent learning
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UP TO3.0poundswaste composted
Jaymin's actions
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.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Community
Host a House Party
I will host a house party with 15 friends and/or colleagues to watch a movie or present a guest speaker on an environmental issue that matters to me.
Food
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill each day by composting my food or learning how to.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
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
Advocate for More Food Options
I will advocate for local and/or organic food options at work or on campus.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 1 hour(s) in my community during the challenge.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
Community
Join my Neighborhood Association
I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.
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 QUESTIONHealth HappinessHow does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?
Jaymin Paquin 10/09/2018 9:02 AMPracticing gratitude makes you want to inspire others to feel that same appreciation you have. If you are grateful for the environment and nature's scenery around you chances are you want others to be able to expeirence the same things you have, therefore sparking a chain of actions beneficial for the environment. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Volunteer in my CommunityWhat is one thing you can do to help your community become more sustainable?
Jaymin Paquin 10/08/2018 2:31 PMI ran a booth at my local fitness facility and advocated for individuals to adopt diets rich in fruits and veggies. I advised buying/growing organic and spread awareness of the potential dangers of excessive pesticide and fertilizer usage. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Host a House PartyHow does environmental quality influence your sense of community?
Jaymin Paquin 10/08/2018 12:08 PMIndividuals tend to find commonalities by being I'm the midst of natures enchanting elements. There's an indescribable feeling of being in nature and typically individuals seem to be happier. For example, joggers, walkers, bikers all typically say hello without hesitation and even though it may seem minuscule, it still makes people feel good. Taking care of the environmental influences sense of community among individuals because we all feel as if we don't own it, but rather reap the benefits of its services.