Melissa Tomecz
4/10/2026 6:22 PM
That listening to songs through Youtube was a less environmental way (because loading the videos take up a lot of energy). Audio files are the better option.
"Focusing on self-care so that I can help the environment too. It's a win-win scenario!"
Melissa's points
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UP TO28minutesbeing mindful
Melissa's actions
Community
Watch a Documentary About Racial Injustice
I will watch 1 documentaries about systemic racism to learn more about how it affects us and the planet.
Energy
Calculate my Digital Carbon Footprint
I will calculate my digital carbon footprint and take steps to reduce my CO2 emissions.
Community
Learn About Trans, Femme, and Nonbinary Experiences
I will spend 60 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.
Simplicity
Declutter My Living Space
I will declutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my dorm room, apartment, or home to create a more peaceful and organized living space.
Simplicity
Meditate or Create a Moment of Silence
I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 10 minutes each day to reflect on things important to me.
Participant Feed
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Melissa Tomecz 4/10/2026 6:28 PMMy household digital carbon footprint: 13kg of CO2 produced from my internet usage, which could keep the Eiffel Tower powered for 2 hours. I will definitely try to reduce this by following the recommended tips! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergyWhat did you learn about your digital habits that surprised you the most?
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Melissa Tomecz 4/08/2026 7:06 PMI participated in JAC's Earth Day event in the AGORA today! We had a display of books from the library, dealing with climate change, gardening, and cycling. I also picked up a tomato seedling; signed some important petitions; and put up posters that explained AI's environmental impact. It was nice to see some people from the team :)-
Marshall Israll-Burnett 4/09/2026 6:51 AMI picked up a seedling as well! I'm pretty glad the event was so vibrant, I wasn't quite sure what to expect but everyone there was engaged!
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Melissa Tomecz 4/08/2026 6:58 PMSo, my meditation today was shorter and not typical, but I still consider it meditation. Actually, it's more of a stress reducer. Almost every day, I pick up my black and white cat and just hold her to me while breathing in and out. I snuggle her head and stay in that trance, as she purrs and hangs on to me. I totally feel the tension leave my body every time we have that moment together.
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Kristi Gifford 4/09/2026 1:56 PM
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Melissa Tomecz 4/03/2026 6:39 PMWent out for a walk after dinner. It was a great time to do it! Temperature was finally in the double digits, and no rain :)-
Allie Arinsberg 4/04/2026 12:59 PM
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REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicityHow can you prevent yourself from accumulating more things in the future?
Melissa Tomecz 4/02/2026 7:45 PMWith the in-hand rule: make decisions about the object while you have it in your hand. Put it where it belongs, or get rid of it. I do try to do this now, but years of not doing it, has started clutter---and it's very suffocating! It's also helpful to ask yourself whether you "need" something or just want it. Many times, impulse buying creates unneeded accumulation. Simplicity is key. -
Melissa Tomecz 4/01/2026 8:01 PMI can't believe we are the first of the month already! Let's get this challenge started :) I'm ready with my actions, but this day was so packed and busy since the early morning---I'm only getting a chance to write something just before this day ends ... Happy to be joining the team that started a few weeks ago.