Aubry Asche
2/10/2024 9:18 AM
Showering for five minutes is definitely a challenge for me. Doing this can help freshwater systems remain untouched, which is motivating for me.
Aubry Asche
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,290 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO3,690minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO64plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO748gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1,270minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO2,400minutesspent exercising
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UP TO136peoplehelped
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UP TO3,842minutesspent outdoors
Aubry's 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.
Community
Help Others
I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 3 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Health
Healthy Sleep
Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 30 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.
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 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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity Less Screen TimeWhat did you notice in implementing this challenge? Was it hard to choose other activities over screen time? How did you decide to spend your time?
Aubry Asche 2/10/2024 9:16 AMThis week I have challenged myself to keep my screen time under 60 minutes each day. This has allowed me to be more present in my life and my focus has improved. I usually have really low screen times since deleting social media, and have noticed that I never get bored anymore but am more content. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Enjoy the Sunrise/SunsetFather 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?
Aubry Asche 2/07/2024 3:13 PMI like the importance that Father Thomas Berry places on the sunrise and sunset. These events offer us time to pause and enjoy the beautiful earth. -
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?
Aubry Asche 2/07/2024 2:56 PMI usually get about 8 hours of sleep. I am hoping to go to bed and wake up earlier on weekdays to be able to enjoy the sunrise. Getting lots of sleep helps me be a good student and friend. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Help OthersIn your opinion, how do social inequalities diminish a strong sense of community?
Aubry Asche 2/07/2024 2:51 PMPeople always compare themselves with others, and people want to be around those that are similar to them. This is a part of human nature that we should work to diminish. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Turn it offHow is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?
Aubry Asche 2/07/2024 2:49 PMApparently electricity primarily comes from natural gasses in California. There are many ways however, that California must use to sustain our huge population. These ways include coal powered, solar, and geothermal. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Use Reusable BottlesWhat are some of the needs that water meets or benefits that water provides for you?
Aubry Asche 2/07/2024 8:37 AMI love water! Being around water is one of my biggest hobbies. Water also allows me to stay hydrated and clean! -
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?
Aubry Asche 2/07/2024 8:36 AMI think water primarily runns off the nearby mountains into streams where water is gathered. Man-made processes like the California Aquaduct and dams allow us to have enough water for everyone. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
Aubry Asche 2/07/2024 8:34 AMLong walks are always a good way to build community while being active. Also attending classes can help us get moving with friends. -
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?
Aubry Asche 2/07/2024 8:33 AMThere are so many things we can learn from the outdoors. It is essential for us to connect with the environment because then will have a greater motivation to save it.