Halla Schultz

UWL ECO

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
455 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

1,045

minutes

being mindful
UP TO

43

plastic bottles

not sent to the landfill
UP TO

136

gallons of water

have been saved
UP TO

345

minutes

spent outdoors
UP TO

145

minutes

spent learning

Halla's actions

Nature

Keep a Nature Journal

I will journal each day about my experiences in nature.

COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS

Nature

Explore My Area

I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

COMPLETED 19
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Use Reusable Bottles

I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.

COMPLETED 16
DAILY ACTIONS

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.

COMPLETED 17
DAILY ACTIONS

Water

Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater

I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity

Track my Purchases

I will spend 15 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Meditate

I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 15 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.

COMPLETED 16
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Needs Vs. Wants

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

COMPLETED 15
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Eat Mindfully

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

COMPLETED 16
DAILY ACTIONS

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?

REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity Meditate

What would you like to invest more time in reflecting on?

Halla Schultz 10/30/2023 8:01 PM

I would like to spend more time reflecting on my academic achievements to remind myself that while some days are harder than others I am trying to reach a goal to better my life. Being able to further my education is a blessing in itself since not everyone has the opportunity to learn more after highschool. Each day I should take with pride and be thankful for what I am learning and doing with my life.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity Track my Purchases

What have you noticed about your purchases? Where are you inclined to make shifts, if any?

Halla Schultz 10/30/2023 7:58 PM

I have noticed that I spend a lot on fast food and things that are not a need in my life. When I go shopping for stuff that I do need for my day-to-day activities I feel more productive and better about spending my money. Going through what I normally make purchases on made me realize how much money I spend each week on things that are not really necessary for me to get through my day to day.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity Needs Vs. Wants

How is creativity a necessary ingredient for practicing simplicity?

Halla Schultz 10/30/2023 7:56 PM

When living a simple lifestyle you have to become creative to stretch the use of things like food, clothes, and other consumer items. You can find new ways to repurpose clothes and find uses of second hand items and giving them a new life. You can also find multiple uses for things that you already have and for this you need a creative mind and to be open to try new things.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity Eat Mindfully

Mindful eating is healthier for us than eating with distractions. How do your eating experiences differ when practicing mindfulness?

Halla Schultz 10/30/2023 7:54 PM

I practiced mindfulness while eating dinner with friends tonight and I realized that when I don't have distractions I am fully able to enjoy what I am eating and who I am spending time with. Being in the company of my friends and being fully in the moment is good to have time to give them my full attention after a long day and gives me designated time to relax and enjoy the ability to have meals.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Nature Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset

Father Thomas Berry says, "... our primary purpose is celebration. Celebration of the dawn and the sunset and the different seasons of the year is a religious ritual, a way in which humans can establish their integral relationship with the universe, with the planet Earth." What is your response to Berry's assertion?

Halla Schultz 10/30/2023 7:53 PM

My response is that the sunrise and sunset is a celebration every day. For many people, the sunset is a reminder of loved ones that have past and how they are painting the sky for all of us to enjoy. I think that is something worth celebrating and just the reminder that today is a new day and that you will get through it and celebrate with the sunset at night. Helps people know that no matter what life goes on and not everything has to be so serious.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Nature Keep a Nature Journal

What natural gifts are you grateful for?

Halla Schultz 10/30/2023 7:50 PM

I am greatful for the natural gifts of the sunshine. As I was going on a walk and enjoying nature I thought how nice it was to have the sun keeping me warm today in the fridged weather. When the sun is shining its always a better day out and I appreciate having the comfort of the sunshine to make the day better.

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