Sharon Anthony
"All things are possible for those who believe"
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO21more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO1.0treeplanted
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UP TO80minutesspent learning
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UP TO0.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO3.0public officials or leaderscontacted
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UP TO360minutesspent exercising
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UP TO2.0community eventshosted or attended
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UP TO5.0conversationswith people
Sharon's actions
Transportation
Improve a Bus Stop
I will improve a bus stop in my neighborhood by posting the stop schedule, adding seating or shelter, adding art or flowers, picking up litter, or some other small improvement.
Nature
Organize a Course
I will organize one of Ecochallenge.org's discussion courses, such as 'Reconnecting with Earth', with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.
Nature
Join An Outdoor Project
I will join an outdoor restoration project in my community.
Nature
Forage for My Food
I will use the 'Learn More' resources below to find where I can forage for my own food locally.
Nature
Plant Trees
I will plant 1 tree(s) in my community, public parks, or backyard.
Transportation
Advocate for Greener Vehicles
I will spend at least 20 minutes assessing the vehicles used by my company or college and advocate for a purchasing policy focused on fuel-efficient vehicles.
Nature
Support Local Pollinators
At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 30 minutes researching which plants support local native pollinators and plant some in my yard.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Health
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 60 minute(s) each day.
Health
Reduce refined sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
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.
Waste
Launch a Recycling Program
I will start a recycling program at my workplace or school. If a recycling program exists, I will advocate for ways to improve and expand it.
Waste
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by 3.4lbs (1.5kg) a month or 41lbs (18.6kg) a year by opting into paperless billing, ending unwanted subscriptions and opting out of junk mail.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.
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 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?
Sharon Anthony 10/23/2019 8:27 PMI do know my area pretty well. I just love the serenity of the breeze and the scenic view of the hilltop along with the entire view of the the penang island itself heightens the sense of belonging to the place where i am residing makes me marvel at God's unique creation to a whole deeper level because the work of God's hands are immeasurable because our God is an awesome God. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Plant TreesHow is planting trees good for your mental, physical, and spiritual health?
Sharon Anthony 10/23/2019 2:15 AMTrees reduce the urban heat island effect through evaporation and reducing the amount of sunlight that reaches parking lots and buildings. This is especially true in areas with large impervious surfaces, such as parking lots of stores and industrial complexes. As a whole, trees improve our air quality by filtering harmful dust and pollutants such as ozone, carbon monoxide, and sulfur dioxide from the air we breathe. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Forage for My FoodPeople are motivated to forage for many different reasons: as a source for food, a means of income, to connect with nature, to participate in cultural tradition, transmitting specific ecological knowledge, or as a means of stewarding local and native plant populations. What is your chief motivation for foraging?
Sharon Anthony 10/23/2019 2:13 AMHumans by nature are hunter gatherers and have always collected food for sustenance. Over the centuries we have found many uses for different species collected both inland and along the seashore, including bait, medicines, fertilizers and soaps. Some research suggests that the Omega-3 fatty acids Homo sapiens gleaned from foraging shellfish on the seashore is what allows us to be more intelligent and resourceful.There are clear benefits to wild harvesting in the modern world. Not only does it cut the forager’s own food costs but there may be health advantages too, not least from the exercise involved. Research has found that various activities, such as childhood beach-combing or practicing mindfulness at the seaside, can add value to the coast as a therapeutic landscape.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Support Local PollinatorsWhy is it important to take care of pollinators?
Sharon Anthony 10/23/2019 2:10 AMHumans and other animals rely on pollinators to produce nuts and fruits that are essential components of a healthy diet. Meanwhile, the majority of flowering plant species found world-wide require animal-mediated pollination to make the seeds that will become the next generation of plants. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Organize a CourseWhat would you like to discuss about nature, the environment, or sustainability with your family, friends, coworkers or classmates?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Explore My AreaHow can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place?
Sharon Anthony 10/23/2019 2:07 AMIt helps you to relax, rejuvenate and recharge your energy and focus on the priorities you have in life and it will give you a quick motivation booster. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Advocate for Greener VehiclesReducing (or eliminating) exhaust emissions and improving public health are two benefits of green vehicles. What other motivators inspire you to consider switching to a more fuel-efficient vehicle?
Sharon Anthony 10/23/2019 2:03 AMDue to the rising of global warming in the globe which is pretty alarming and hence resulting in the declination of the flora and fauna to a drastic state -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Improve a Bus StopHow can you advocate for transportation systems which minimize environmental impact while also meeting human needs?
Sharon Anthony 10/23/2019 2:01 AMBy Advocating for greener vehicles which will help reduce the carbon monoxide content in our environment. -
Sharon Anthony 10/22/2019 11:41 PM“Happiness is not in the mere possession of money; it lies in the joy of achievement, in the thrill of creative effort.”
Franklin D. Roosevelt -
Sharon Anthony 10/22/2019 11:41 PM“Happy people plan actions, they don’t plan results.”
Dennis Waitley