Bonheur Muhuzi
9/14/2023 8:16 PM
Same water thermostat bottle I have been having for a year. Always have it with me; avoid throwing water bottles. And fill it up 4-5 times a day.
Bonheur Muhuzi
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,541 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2,294milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO2,393pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO3,956minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO697plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO640gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO346more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO3,956minutesspent outdoors
Bonheur'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.
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
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 5 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 30 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Transportation
Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
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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Bonheur Muhuzi 10/21/2023 8:49 AMRemain outdoors connected to trees and nature for better health. -
Bonheur Muhuzi 10/21/2023 8:47 AMIt's has motivated me to stay healthy and remain sustain in many ways -
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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?
Bonheur Muhuzi 9/14/2023 8:13 PMWorked on Logic pro for most time of the day, but turned off to have time of myself, and family. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth More Fruits and VeggiesHow does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?
Bonheur Muhuzi 9/14/2023 8:12 PMI ate some african vegetables called lenga-lenga, , and nyanya ntole. Also eat watermelon and some mangoes. -
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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Drive LessHow has your access to various kinds of transportation throughout your life influenced your current attitudes about transportation and your transportation behavior?