200 West Adams

Overall I think it went pretty well. I'm used to commuting by public transit, but having to think of three things I'm grateful everyday was really uplifting. I also went through a bunch of the stuff I didn't need at my house. I also saved money trying to decide if they were things I needed or wanted. Honestly, the Vegan thing was the hardest...

I wasn't able to complete this challenge, but what I find interesting (and what I just learned a couple weeks ago) is that one of my family members actually does canning and pickling! The foods I'd love to preserve are cucumbers, peppers, carrots, and a ton of other veggies and fruits. I love the idea of canning veggies and fruits, so I hope I...

I actually kept track of most of my purchases in my head after the first week of this challenge. I noticed that I tend to do more impulse shopping than planned/need shopping. I love to read, so it came as no surprise to me when I bought seven books in the last three weeks. Most of that was impulse. I do feel I need to work on my impulse buying....

Practicing gratitude, I have discovered, is a wonderful way to reflect on your day and to also see how many things happened to you that day that you are grateful for. I found that my mood would always become more positive when I'd work on my gratitude. This practice helps make for a better world because it gives people the opportunity to...

I stay inspired to act on sustainable energy because of what it does for the environment. Sustainable energy is also meant to last for a longer period of time, so that is always an added bonus. I am very thankful the units were updated in time for the Chicago winter! Side note: these units were actually upgraded over the weekend and I...

It is generated through a power station....ComED.  All energy sources impact our environment, animals and humans.  It harms  our environment, which leads to global warming.  And this effects all living humans and animals.  We need to start finding more use of solar energy, which is one of cleanest sources of energy.  It does not release any gas...