Kyler Cooke
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,430 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO55whole food mealsconsumed
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UP TO92pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO5,740minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO949minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO289plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO2,248gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO6,035minutesspent exercising
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UP TO5,740minutesspent outdoors
Kyler's actions
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Simplicity
Meditate
I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 5 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.
Water
Brush My Teeth Without Running Water
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
Nature
Keep a Nature Journal
I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 15 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Energy
Power Down the Computer
I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 each day that I do this.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 15 minute(s) each day.
Food
Whole Food Lifestyle
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.
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 QUESTIONFood Whole Food LifestyleMichael Pollan states that “it is better to pay the grocer (our edit: or the farmer!) than the doctor.” What are your thoughts on this assertion?
Kyler Cooke 4/10/2024 1:43 PMThis speaks to how whole foods will lead to a healthier life and will cause you to need a doctor less. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable Water BottleWhile water bottles are needed for health and safety in certain places, we can do more to reduce the unnecessary use of them. What are the barriers to you using reusable bottles and tap water instead of bottled water? How could you make this a permanent habit?
Kyler Cooke 3/11/2024 3:13 PMSometimes I may be in a place where I need water and all that is available is bottles. This can be at an event or social function. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Spend Time OutsideRachel Carson said that we need the beauty and mysteries of the natural world for our spiritual and emotional development. Does that ring true for you? What are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time indoors?
Kyler Cooke 3/11/2024 3:11 PMI believe that this rings true to an extent. Being outside definitely helps us develop this. A culture that never goes outside will not have a proper care or understanding for the world. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
Kyler Cooke 3/11/2024 3:04 PMI can ask friends to come exercise with me, specifically to surf and do different workouts outside. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater 5-Minute ShowersName some of the human activities impacting the health of water systems, both locally (your watershed) and globally (freshwater and oceans). What can you do to improve the health of water systems?
Kyler Cooke 3/11/2024 3:01 PMLiving near the ocean and surfing every day, I see lots of different plastic waste that has either been littered by humans. There are also large amounts being dumped from landfills. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Brush My Teeth Without Running WaterWhat is the main water source in your region? If you don't know, how could you find out?
Kyler Cooke 3/11/2024 3:00 PMI'm not sure. I know that it comes from the city but not a specific body of water. I could look up the city of San Diego and research water sources for the area. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Turn it offHow is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?
Kyler Cooke 3/11/2024 2:59 PMElectricity is generated from solar panels I believe that connect to my dorm. These are very sustainable and don't have large impact on the environment. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?