Liberty Shoemaker901

YCP Fall 2025

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
336 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

93

minutes

being mindful
UP TO

26

more servings

of fruits and vegetables
UP TO

46

conversations

with people
UP TO

292

minutes

spent outdoors
UP TO

75

minutes

spent learning

Liberty's actions

Community

Engage In Active Listening

I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, classmate, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 10 conversations.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Practice Gratitude for the Earth

I will spend 30 minutes per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and my natural surroundings.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Express Gratitude and Random Acts of Kindness

Small acts of kindness and gratitude can brighten someone's day and create a positive ripple effect. I will express gratitude to people or perform random acts of kindness to spread joy and connection.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Community

Explore the Community Feed and Connect with Others

I will spend 10 minutes reading the Ecochallenge feed each day and giving high fives or commenting on posts by people who I don't know, but whose content inspires or interests me.

COMPLETED 13
DAILY ACTIONS

Community

Make Sure You are Registered 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

Simplicity

Track My Purchases and Spending Habits

I will spend 15 minutes each day maintaining a record of all my purchases and learning about my spending habits.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Community

Talk To My Friends and Classmates

I will research the social or environmental issues in my community that matter to me and tell 3 friends and classmates each day about what I learn. I will also share what I learn on the Ecochallenge feed.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Nature

Enjoy the Sunrise or Sunset

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Reflect on My Needs Versus Wants

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Think About My 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

Health

Enjoy Fruits and Veggies

Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy 2 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.

COMPLETED 13
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Community

What was it like to actively listen to someone? How did both people and the conversations benefit from active listening?
Liberty Shoemaker901 10/23/2025 10:26 AM
Actively listening to someone felt meaningful because it helped me focus fully on what they were saying instead of just thinking about how to respond. It made the conversation feel more genuine and respectful. Both people benefited because active listening built trust, reduced misunderstandings, and made the other person feel heard and valued.

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- Britney Valentin103 10/23/2025 12:02 PM
  I completely agree! When we focus on really listening instead of just planning what to say next, it makes the conversation feel much more genuine.
  
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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?
Liberty Shoemaker901 10/23/2025 10:21 AM
My top core values are kindness, honesty, faith, growth, and balance. I chose these because they guide how I treat others and how I live my life. My faith gives me strength and direction, kindness and honesty help me build trust, growth motivates me to keep learning, and balance reminds me to care for both myself and others.

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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?
Liberty Shoemaker901 10/23/2025 10:20 AM
Voting is important because it lets us shape a fair and sustainable world by choosing leaders who care about people and the planet. We can also make a difference by volunteering, joining community projects, and speaking up about important issues.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity

How is creativity a necessary ingredient for practicing simplicity?
Liberty Shoemaker901 10/23/2025 10:20 AM
Creativity is essential for practicing simplicity because it helps us find new and meaningful ways to live with less. Being creative allows us to reuse or repurpose what we already have, find joy in simple activities, and solve problems without always buying something new.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity

What have you noticed about your purchases? Where are you inclined to make shifts, if any?
Liberty Shoemaker901 10/23/2025 10:18 AM
I’ve noticed that I often buy things out of convenience, like packaged snacks or fast food, instead of thinking about sustainability. So, i'll need to work on that.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Nature

Kathleen Dean Moore says that a sense of gratitude leads to a sense of moral obligation. Do you agree? How can we cultivate a sense of gratitude as individuals, and as a society?
Liberty Shoemaker901 10/23/2025 10:17 AM
I agree with Kathleen Dean Moore that feeling grateful can lead to a sense of responsibility. When we appreciate what we have, we’re more likely to care for it and for others. We can build gratitude by reflecting on what we’re thankful for, spending time in nature, and helping others.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Nature

Father 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?
Liberty Shoemaker901 10/23/2025 10:15 AM
It is a beautiful crisp fall day today. It is nice and sunny so I took a walk :)

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health

How did expressing gratitude or performing acts of kindness impact you and the recipient? Did anything surprise you about your experience?
Liberty Shoemaker901 10/23/2025 10:13 AM
Got some of my students Starbucks today in class because i'm a fellow and they did what I asked.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health

How does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet? What fruits or vegetables did you try this week, and which was your favorite?
Liberty Shoemaker901 10/23/2025 10:12 AM
Eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat is good for our health, others, and the planet. It gives us more nutrients, supports local farmers, and helps reduce pollution. This week I ate potatoes and broccoli, and the potatoes were my favorite because they were warm and comforting.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Community

Who inspired you on the feed, and why? Did you meet anyone new, learn anything exciting, or discover a new perspective?
Liberty Shoemaker901 10/23/2025 10:09 AM
I love to explore the feed and learn more about it. I'm interested to learning more :)

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