Michael Slane
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,186 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO0.0documentarieswatched
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UP TO704gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO8.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO1,320minutesspent exercising
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UP TO270minutesspent learning
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UP TO150minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO66plastic strawsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO0.0pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO2.0treesplanted
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UP TO44whole food mealsconsumed
Michael's actions
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Water
Say No to Plastic Straws
An estimated 71% of seabirds and 30% of turtles have been found with plastics in their stomachs. When they ingest plastic, marine life has a 50% mortality rate. By asking for no straw when placing a drink order, I will keep 3 plastic straw(s) of out of the ocean each day.
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.
Water
5-Minute Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
High Impact Action Track
Plant Trees
Nature
I will plant 2 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Health
Audit Toxic Cleaning Products in my Home
I will spend 60 minutes researching toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Food
Whole Foods Diet
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.
Health
Know My health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 60 minute(s) each day.
Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
Health
Go get a check up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Food
Meet My Local Farmers
I will visit my nearest farm to find out who produces my food, and will learn about the quality of life of those who produce my food in other regions of the world to make better choices when I shop.
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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Michael Slane 10/23/2019 7:45 PMNow that the challenge is ending, for the love of everything that is holy, I want a cheeseburger and fries! -
Michael Slane 10/22/2019 6:18 PMAs the challenge is winding down, it has been a daily conscious decision to better myself and the environment around me. Every now and then it is good to re-invent yourself. -
Michael Slane 10/21/2019 6:53 PMPlanted the 2nd tree this evening. Took a while to figure out where to put it. -
Michael Slane 10/20/2019 5:22 PMYou feel pretty good about yourself when you do the Eco Challenge, and then you see your BMI score(then not so much!). -
Michael Slane 10/19/2019 5:02 PMI forgot how much fun it can be to run in the wind and rain. Enjoy the scenery regardless of the weather. -
Michael Slane 10/18/2019 7:04 PMHelped out the team on the Sod Farm this evening. You have to respect anyone who does manual labor all day long. -
Michael Slane 10/17/2019 7:27 PMDo not take your health for granted. Several of my accounts are struggling with their health. Never take it for granted. -
Michael Slane 10/16/2019 7:03 PMThe first 45 degree morning of the season in the south. Nothing like cold weather to make you feel alive. Get outside and enjoy the glorious day. -
Michael Slane 10/15/2019 6:23 PMFound a new trail(Clarksville Greenway) in Clarksville, TN. Good way to relax after a busy day on the road. -
Michael Slane 10/14/2019 8:37 PMStarting to feel a bit better about the small impact I am having.