Valentina Montes
1/10/2024 4:34 PM
I like to carry around my reusable water bottle and also use it in the cafeteria to avoid the washing of an unnecessary cup
Valentina Montes
"creating sustainable habits for sustainable practices"
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,346 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO85whole food mealsconsumed
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UP TO84pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1,915minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO895minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO617plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO1,976gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1,805minutesspent exercising
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UP TO1,915minutesspent outdoors
Valentina'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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Valentina Montes 3/01/2024 12:26 PMCarrying my journal helped and I remembered to do it! It was honestly very fun to keep a nature journal regarding the moment and the things I am thankful for.-
Yoseleen Guerrero 3/03/2024 8:05 PMNice!! that sounds very peaceful. I feel like personally i would forget about my journal if I had one. But that sounds great!
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Valentina Montes 2/23/2024 8:48 PMBtw...I keep forgetting to do my nature journal. I will update, but.... I will carry it in my backpack from now on. We will do our best to remember. -
Valentina Montes 2/23/2024 8:47 PMAnother week of the ecoChallenge! It was a bit more challenging as there were limited options in the caf and it was really busy but it is crazy how much you can do if you really try to fit even just a bit of exercise and time outdoors. This has been good and has helped me slow down a bit more. -
Valentina Montes 2/17/2024 11:07 AMI have been able to shower really quickly and it has been a nice challenge, especially when I have to wash my hair as it is on the longer side. -
Valentina Montes 2/17/2024 11:06 AMToday I participated in the Loma 5K, it was fun to excersie and spend time outdoors. I definetley recommend. -
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?