Kaitlyn Greer (cho 104)
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 747 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO30whole food mealsconsumed
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UP TO31zero-waste mealsconsumed
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UP TO13pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO278minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO42plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO825minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO860minutesspent exercising
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UP TO44peoplehelped
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UP TO5.0conversationswith people
Kaitlyn's actions
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.
Community
Engage In Active Listening
I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 3 conversations.
Community
Help Others
I will offer to help 2 person(s) who are in need each day.
Energy
Heat and Cool Naturally
I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Health
Healthy Sleep
Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 45 minute(s) each day.
Food
Whole Food Lifestyle
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
Simplicity
Meditate
I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 5 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.
Waste
Skip the Straw
Plastic bags and small plastic pieces like straws are most likely to get swept into our waterways. I will keep 2 plastic straw(s) out of the landfill and ocean each day by refusing straws or using my own glass/metal straw.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Engage In Active ListeningWhat was it like to actively listen to someone? How did both people and the conversation(s) benefit from active listening?
Kaitlyn Greer (cho 104) 10/16/2023 6:05 AMBy actively listening I was able to relate and be interested in the conversation more. It was easier to engage and feel happy having a conversation when any other time it would've just felt like another casual conversation. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Engage In Active ListeningWhat was it like to actively listen to someone? How did both people and the conversation(s) benefit from active listening?
Kaitlyn Greer (cho 104) 10/16/2023 6:05 AMBy actively listening I was able to relate and be interested in the conversation more. It was easier to engage and feel happy having a conversation when any other time it would've just felt like another casual conversation. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Help OthersIn your opinion, how do social inequalities diminish a strong sense of community?
Kaitlyn Greer (cho 104) 10/11/2023 7:36 AMSocial inequalities separate strong communities because there is a sense of division and that others don't belong. We can fix this by including everyone no matter gender, race, or political party in daily activities. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Heat and Cool NaturallyWhat are other ways you could use the power of the sun to reduce your own environmental footprint?
Kaitlyn Greer (cho 104) 10/11/2023 7:30 AMI could use the sun and warmer weather to dry my clothes out on the clothes line instead of using the dryer. I could also wash the car or the car mats and leave them out in the sun to dry. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Turn it offHow is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?
Kaitlyn Greer (cho 104) 10/11/2023 7:29 AMOur electricity comes from our electric company where they get their energy from natural gas, biomass, coal, hydroelectric, and other fossil. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?
Kaitlyn Greer (cho 104) 10/11/2023 7:26 AMI can only use my car when I absolutely need to go somewhere, or else I can car pool with someone else who is already going that direction.
I will make sure to power down my phone or laptop when not using it. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
Kaitlyn Greer (cho 104) 10/05/2023 9:57 AMI value my faith as a Christian and I find it hard to find time to read my Bible. I can start to find time to read my Bible while I am at the gym by using the audio feature on the Bible app on my phone and listen to it while I am working out. -
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?
Kaitlyn Greer (cho 104) 10/05/2023 9:55 AMI am getting around 7-8 hours of sleep each night. But on days that I have to wake up earlier for work, I tend to go to bed later and then have to wake up earlier. I can start setting a reminder or an alarm on my phone to ensure that I am getting enough rest and giving myself that extra sleep that I want. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Zero-Waste CookingIn North America, up to 65% of food waste happens at the consumer level. Chef Steven Satterfield advocates for using every part of a vegetable. How can you incorporate using an entire vegetable (including the skins, tops, stalks, etc.) during your next meal prep?
Kaitlyn Greer (cho 104) 10/05/2023 9:54 AMMy family always makes sure to incorporate a starch, veggie, and meat in our dinner every night. During our next meal prep, we can use the entire potato including the skin in mashed potatoes next time- it's healthier that way anyway. -
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?
Kaitlyn Greer (cho 104) 10/05/2023 9:52 AMI don't agree because doctors do a lot for our health as well. While we should thank and pay farmers just as much as doctors, they each play a critical role in our health.