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October 3 - October 24, 2018

CU Sustainable Synergy Feed

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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?


  • Hannah Sheehan's avatar
    Hannah Sheehan 10/16/2018 9:10 PM
    Very excited that we have so many members on our team and that we are helping push our communities in more sustainable directions. Keep it up Synergy!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
    Who is most affected by environmental degration and/or environmental irresponsiblity in your community? How are they affected?

    Hannah Sheehan's avatar
    Hannah Sheehan 10/16/2018 9:06 PM
    Something  learned today was that Potsdam is having an ethical review of their drinking water system and whether it should be fluoridated or not. There is a huge uproar because many residents of the county are not happy that they were not told beforehand that they must drink this water from their tap. Many want to Ben free from the town water but cannot afford to install their own well.

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    Hannah Sheehan 10/09/2018 8:05 AM
    Walked over 16 miles this weekend and traveled more than 50 miles using public transportation! Break from school doesn’t mean a break from sustainable living!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Energy Power Down the Computer
    What are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?

    Michael Hoffman's avatar
    Michael Hoffman 10/05/2018 5:46 AM
    Turn off the lights when you do not need them. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health Happiness
    How does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?

    Michael O'Connor's avatar
    Michael O'Connor 10/03/2018 7:16 PM
    Today I'm grateful for the love and support I have in my choices from the people around me, the ability to make my own choices, and the wonderful opportunities to get outside on campus.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Simplicity Go for a Daily Walk
    Fresh 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?

    Owen Curry's avatar
    Owen Curry 10/03/2018 8:54 AM
    It centers me and allows me to decompress at the end of a day letting my mind wander.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Simplicity Meditate
    What would you like to invest more time in reflecting on?

    Owen Curry's avatar
    Owen Curry 10/03/2018 8:53 AM
    Spending more time considering the insignificance of problems that seem to be major at he moment.  Realizing that life ill go on and going with the flow is the path of least resistance.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Choose Organic Ingredients
    Can organic farming feed the world? Which side of the argument do you fall on? Why?

    Hannah Sheehan's avatar
    Hannah Sheehan 10/03/2018 8:18 AM
    I think it would be very difficult for us all to eat organic foods for every meal everyday for an entire planet because we all have different dietary needs and financial stresses. Sure, maybe it’s easier for me to eat organic food more often but that’s because I have the ability to spend the money and go to places that offer it. Other parts of the world are not so lucky. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Nature Go for a Daily Walk
    How do you experience your neighborhood or city differently when walking instead of driving?

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    Hannah Sheehan 10/03/2018 8:14 AM
    I like the smell of the outdoors just after it Has just rained. One of my favorite smells.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Waste Use Reusable Bags
    What do you do if you find yourself in the situation of needing a bag for items but don't have a reuseable one with you? Carry things out in your hands? In a cart? Accept a disposable one? If you find yourself in this position often, what system could you put in place to try to establish this a successful habit?

    Aria Stephan's avatar
    Aria Stephan 10/02/2018 6:54 PM
    I usually used these bags as trash bags at home. Now that I am using less and needing fewer trash bags I really have less of a need for these disposable shopping bags. I never seem to remember my reusable bags but hey I'm in college if I'm every buying more than I can carry without a bag I'm spending too much money anyway so I should put some things away!