Angela Novak
10/24/2018 8:48 AM
Along with recycling, this has shown me just how much waste my family produces. It is really eye opening.
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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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Compost Food WasteNew to composting? Be sure to check out the action resource links to learn tips and more about it. As you transition from throwing food away to composting, what do you notice about how much you are tossing? Do you know how your compost will be used and the benefits it has on the environment?
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Stacey Bonham 10/24/2018 8:47 AMWow- this challenge flew by! I have found these really easy to incorporate so I plan on continuing on a permanent basis, as well as researching additional ways I can be more eco-conscious. -
Stacey Bonham 10/22/2018 12:28 PMKinda bummed out that many teammates seem to have forgotten about the challenge. Maybe next year! -
Nikki Sarocka 10/19/2018 10:52 AMI can't believe that there are only 5 more days left. I look forward to this Ecochallenge every year! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Eat MindfullyMindful eating is healthier for us than eating with distractions. How do your eating experiences differ when practicing mindfulness?
Kristin Ziegler 10/17/2018 1:19 PMI am more focused on what and how much I am eating. Fell full faster and no need to eat seconds. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Healthy SleepConsider how many hours of sleep you get now. How would you like to shift your sleep patterns? What are you finding works for you to be successful in this action?
Kristin Ziegler 10/17/2018 1:18 PMI am hoping to get better sleep. Being more mindful of how much I am getting. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Try a New Way to PrepCanning and pickling food is a great way to have delicious summer fruits and vegetables all year round. Just make sure to follow the canning and pickling guidelines from the USDA. What are some foods that you would like to preserve and enjoy later in the year?
Kristin Ziegler 10/17/2018 1:14 PMI would like to try some fermented foods and making my own pickles and peppers. Help save some money. -
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?
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Stacey Bonham 10/15/2018 12:12 PMHosting a birthday party for my soon to be 14 year old and am refusing to use "disposable" plates, cups, and flatware. Hopefully it will be a teaching moment for these teenagers (and not embarrass her too much!). -
Stacey Bonham 10/14/2018 9:56 AMHow is everyone's challenge going? I don't see any teammates posting......