Gabriella Rigoli

Nature, God, and Social Justice Spring 2025

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
925 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

51

meatless or vegan meals

consumed
UP TO

123

pounds of CO2

have been saved
UP TO

670

minutes

not spent in front of a screen
UP TO

53

plastic bottles

not sent to the landfill

Gabriella's actions

Health

Go get a check up

I will make an appointment for my annual physical.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Water

Use Reusable Bottles

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

COMPLETED 22
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Know My health

I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Turn it off

I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.

COMPLETED 19
DAILY ACTIONS

Transportation

Stay on the Ground

Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity

Less Screen Time

I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.

COMPLETED 16
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Core Values

We may find more meaning and joy in life when our actions are aligned with our personal values. I will determine what my top 3-5 core values are so that I can better align my actions with them.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Community

SIGN UP TO VOTE

I will make sure I’m registered to vote. While I’m at it, I’ll sign up to help others register too!

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Reduce Animal Products

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 0 vegan meal(s) each day this week.

COMPLETED 21
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?

Gabriella Rigoli 4/22/2025 4:34 AM
Last day of the EcoChallenge! I have created so many positive habits over this month and I am so glad I have become more conscious of my actions and their impacts. I hope to continue these practices after the challenge has ended and I am glad I have become a more sustainable human. I am glad that this challenge has allowed me to become more aware of sustainability and how my actions are able to promote a culture of eco justice.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food

Why do people in richer countries eat more meat than people in other places? How does eating more meat affect our planet and other people?
Gabriella Rigoli 4/21/2025 8:24 AM
Although meat has many nutrients and contains a lot of protein, eating excess amounts of meat can have detrimental effects on the environment. A lot of land, water & resources are needed to maintain divested, in addition to the greenhouse gases that are produced by the livestock. It is important for all of us to understand this impact and make smart choices when thinking about what to consume.

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Gabriella Rigoli 4/20/2025 9:31 AM
Happy Easter to everyone who is celebrating! Although today is a holiday, I have been trying to continue with my daily challenges within the Eco Challenge! Almost at the end of the challenge!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity

What are your top 3-5 core values? How did you narrow it down to those as being your core values?
Gabriella Rigoli 4/16/2025 6:25 AM
I would say my top three core values are humility, compassion, and kindness. I narrowed it down to these as I feel like these are things that have been a constant in my life. Additionally, these are values that have been reinforced to me since I was young, and I hope to pass them down to my children eventually.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Energy

How is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?
Gabriella Rigoli 4/15/2025 9:22 AM
Where I normally live, electricity is generated through natural gas predominantly. This generates additional air pollution and water pollution. Also, it release greenhouse gas emissions, which is harmful to our environment as a whole. Overall, it is important to raise awareness of how our electricity is generated, so individuals are able to become more aware and reduce their usage to lessen harmful emissions.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health

How do you deal with the physical and emotional stress of the big problems we face? How can you help others cope?
Gabriella Rigoli 4/14/2025 12:49 PM
For me, I deal with physical and emotional stresses by talking to my friends and family as well as getting in some physical exercise. I feel it is important for me to look at the bigger picture and not just focus on what is happening in the moment. I hope to help other cope with issues in their life by being someone they can count on or someone they trust enough to go to with their problems.

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Gabriella Rigoli 4/13/2025 7:36 AM
The nice weather today inspired me to start my day with a walk to the monuments! Really trying to enjoy this warm weather and appreciate the nature around us after the past few days of rain. I was able to bring my reusable water bottle and get outside, which limited my screen time as well! A good start to the week!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health

How do you practice self care?
Gabriella Rigoli 4/11/2025 9:43 AM
I practice self care by trying to do one thing a day for myself, whether that be talking a walk, watching a movie, or going to sleep early. I often struggle with this due to the intense demands of school and life but this challenge has forced me to prioritize my self care and I hope to continue this in the future

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Gabriella Rigoli 4/09/2025 6:17 AM
Almost halfway through the eco challenge and I have noticed myself unconsciously integrating a lot of these practices into my daily routine! I am glad this challenge has allowed me time to create a routine and I hope to continue these practices after the challenge has officially ended!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Community

Why is voting important to creating a just, sustainable, and thriving world? In what other ways can you actively participate in important decision-making?
Gabriella Rigoli 4/08/2025 8:35 AM
As an American, exercising my right to vote is extremely important so that change can begun to be seen in our country. Voting allows you to choose people who express similar values as you to make important decisions for our country. Many people often think their own vote does not matter, but every vote indicates a person who is wanting to create change. During my semester abroad in Copenhagen, I was able to vote in the election through utilizing a mail in ballot, and many of my friends also voted this way. It is important to be an active participant in government through voting, as this is how we can begin to make a difference.

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