JESSIE Poon
10/21/2019 11:12 PM
I do know the area i live in as i will walk my dog and enjoy the scenery around the area while i do so.
JESSIE Poon
"Live life to the fullest"
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 630 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO0.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO36meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO1,260minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO17plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO64pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO42more servingsof fruits and vegetables
JESSIE's actions
Health
Reduce refined sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Health
Healthy Sleep
Effectively working for sustainability requires self care! I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
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
Go get a check up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
Transportation
Choose a Carbon Offset
If buying a plane ticket, I will also buy a carbon offset.
Nature
Join An Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
High Impact Action Track
Reduce Single-Use Disposables
Waste
Historically, marginalized and low-income communities live closer to landfills, contributing to a multitude of health problems. I will find out how I can limit single-use items and do my best to limit the waste I generate.
Participant Feed
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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JESSIE Poon 10/22/2019 11:40 PMSay no to paper cups today! -
JESSIE Poon 10/22/2019 11:39 PMIt the last day of eco-challenge! -
JESSIE Poon 10/21/2019 11:13 PMAn apple a day keep the doctor away -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Join An Outdoor ProjectHow well do you know the area you live in? In what ways is a deep knowledge of your surroundings -- known as a 'sense of place' -- important to you?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Choose a Carbon OffsetA round-trip flight from New York City to Los Angeles emits just over 1.5 tons of CO2—per person. That’s a lot of carbon! What can you do to reduce the number of flights you take per year?
JESSIE Poon 10/21/2019 11:11 PMInstead of taking the plane, we can try to resolve issues or have meeting virtually. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHigh Impact Action Track Reduce Single-Use DisposablesBringing your own bags and containers to the grocery store, and even to restaurants for leftovers, are a couple of ways to reduce your waste. What single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?
JESSIE Poon 10/21/2019 11:11 PMA simple action of using your own mug in office would save alot of paper cups. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Reduce refined sugarBefore you started this challenge, did you think you were 'addicted' to sugar? How do you feel now?
JESSIE Poon 10/21/2019 11:10 PMRejecting a dessert a day and replacing them with fruits would be a good way to reduce refined sugar intake. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Go get a check upHow do you practice self care?
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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?
JESSIE Poon 10/21/2019 11:09 PM7-8 hours of sleep a day at regular timing would improve quality of life. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth More Fruits and VeggiesHow does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet?
JESSIE Poon 10/21/2019 11:08 PMMore fruits and vegetable will create lesser carbon footprint in comparison to meat. It is also a healthier option if we consumer more fruits and vegetables.