Patricia Buffington
4/05/2021 8:44 AM
I see more people that I get to interact with and get to know in different ways.
Patricia Buffington
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 260 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO60minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO170minutesspent exercising
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UP TO90minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO4.4pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO2.0more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO3.0whole food mealsconsumed
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UP TO3.0zero-waste mealsconsumed
Patricia's actions
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
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.
Health
Joyful Movement
I will spend 30 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.
Health
Healthy Sleep
Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 30 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.
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.
Health
Happiness
I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.
Food
Zero-Waste Cooking
I will cook 1 meal(s) with zero-waste each day
Food
Whole Food Lifestyle
I will enjoy 2 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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REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Go for a Daily WalkHow do you experience your neighborhood or city differently when walking instead of driving?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth More Fruits and VeggiesHow does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?
Patricia Buffington 4/05/2021 8:44 AMFruits and vegetables provide my body natural sugars and what I need. Decreasing the meat I consume, will help my heart be healthier. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Healthy SleepConsider how many hours of sleep you get now. How would you like to shift your sleep patterns? What are you finding works for you to be successful in this action?
Patricia Buffington 4/05/2021 8:43 AMI try to get at least 6 hours of sleep. When I am lucky to get more that is great. As I am getting older, I find that I do not have a solid amount of sleep due to personal issues. I try to make sure I provide myself time to relax when I can. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Joyful MovementWhat's your favorite activity(ies) in which you experience joy while being active and moving?
Patricia Buffington 4/05/2021 8:41 AMWalking my dogs, It is peaceful when I do it by myself or with others. I enjoy the outside and it is important to get the fresh air :) -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
Patricia Buffington 4/05/2021 8:41 AMWe have started to plan out door walks with small groups of friends at different times to see more of our friends in a safe environment, as well as helping everyone to have healthier habits. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth HappinessHow does/can practicing gratitude keep you centered and motivated to work for a better world?
Patricia Buffington 4/05/2021 8:40 AMBeing appreciative to those around you, helps everyone stay more positive and motivated to work better together. We are in this together and together, we will be stronger. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Zero-Waste CookingIn North America, up to 65% of food waste happens at the consumer level. Chef Steven Satterfield advocates for using every part of a vegetable. How can you incorporate using an entire vegetable (including the skins, tops, stalks, etc.) during your next meal prep?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Whole Food LifestyleMichael Pollan states that “it is better to pay the grocer (our edit: or the farmer!) than the doctor.” What are your thoughts on this assertion?
Patricia Buffington 4/05/2021 8:38 AMThe healthier I eat, the less I need to worry about artificial items being placed in my body. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?
Patricia Buffington 4/05/2021 8:37 AMI try to remember to unplug unused items so they do not pull on the electricity.
I try to make minimal trips in my car, so that I am not wasting time or gas. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Turn it offHow is electricity generated where you live? How does it impact the environment, animals, and humans?
Patricia Buffington 4/05/2021 8:36 AMAt my house, we have converted to solar about 2 years ago. We are making a conscience effort to save electricity.