LeAnn Witters
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 399 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO10advocacy actionscompleted
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UP TO10donationsmade
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UP TO665minutesspent exercising
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UP TO10minutesspent learning
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UP TO2,190minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO333minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO1,010minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO190pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1.0waste auditconducted
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UP TO1.0water collection systeminstalled
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UP TO22whole food mealsconsumed
LeAnn 's actions
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day to practice work-life balance.
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.
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).
Waste
RESEARCH LOCAL WASTE SITES
I will spend 60 minutes finding out where landfills and/or toxic waste sites are situated in my region and which communities are most impacted by these sites.
Health
Joyful Movement
I will spend 20 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.
Waste
Personal Waste Audit
I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Water
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of Leave No Trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Nature
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 15 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 15 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Community
Raise Money For a Nonprofit
I will raise money to support Ecochallenge.org or another nonprofit.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with durable non-plastic options.
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
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
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 QUESTIONWater Collect Rain WaterTrace the water that flows down the drain from your house to the largest body of water nearby. What is the route it takes?
LeAnn Witters 4/05/2021 12:18 PMI live near a creek, so my water flows to that. I have a street grate outside my house, I do my best to keep it clean of debris and waste by picking it out of the street before it gets to the grate. Trying to keep the water clear of others nasty trash. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Personal Waste AuditWhy is it so difficult to understand the impacts our purchases and waste have on other people, animals, and places? How might your experience with this challenge impact your future consumption and choices?
LeAnn Witters 4/05/2021 12:03 PMChecking for eco friendly packaging, with less plastic and more recyclable material is something that I have noticed myself looking at. If I cannot recycle it, reuse it or burn it appropriately, then I have been asking myself if I really need it. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Eliminate Toxic PlasticsWhat single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?
LeAnn Witters 4/05/2021 12:00 PMPlastic wrap and plastic baggies, I have purchased reusable bags and reusable bees wax paper. Both have cut down on my waste in just one week. Both products are also good for multiple uses as well as the beeswax paper is biodegradable. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?
LeAnn Witters 4/05/2021 11:54 AMUnplugging unused electronics and appliances is a good way to start. If you dont use the toaster every day, unplug it. Get in the habit of unplugging things when they are not in use and it can go a long way. -
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?
LeAnn Witters 3/30/2021 1:44 PMBeing part of Weight Watchers, they urge you to eat whole foods and less processed. I have found it does take a while to get used to it, but your body does thank you for less junk! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Try a New Way to PrepCanning and pickling food is a great way to have delicious summer fruits and vegetables all year round. Just make sure to follow the canning and pickling guidelines from the USDA or another trusted source. What are some foods that you would like to preserve and enjoy later in the year?
LeAnn Witters 3/30/2021 1:42 PMI have always helped others can, but this year I would like to try it myself and can tomatoes, green beans, possibly some peaches. Maybe learn how to make jam!