

Rachel Dixon
""My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor and some style" -Maya Angelou"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 957 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO20pounds of paperhave been saved
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UP TO600minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO101minutesspent learning
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UP TO189gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0energy auditconducted
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UP TO1.0minutespent outdoors
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UP TO990minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO0.3pounds of CO2have been saved
Rachel 's actions
High Impact Action Track
Stay on the Ground
Transportation
Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
High Impact Action Track
Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
Health
I will spend 10 minutes researching environmental justice concerns in my region, their causes, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics - including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl - and instead replace them with bioplastic or durable options.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time each day with other activities.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Health
Know My health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.
Energy
Online Energy Audit
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Waste
Choose Two-Sided Printing
I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper each day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
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.
Health
Go get a check up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
High Impact Action Track
Research Impact Investing
Simplicity
Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and deterimine if it is right for me.
Food
Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty
I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about food sovereignty: the right of local peoples to control their own food systems including markets, ecological resources, food cultures and production methods.
Participant Feed
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Rachel Dixon 10/23/2019 2:27 PMexcited to do this again next year. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHigh Impact Action TrackWho is most affected by environmental degration and/or environmental irresponsiblity in your community? How are they affected?
Rachel Dixon 10/23/2019 10:26 AMChildren, elderly and low income families are the mosst affected. Living close to the freeways and spending more time indoors increases the risk for airborne illnesses -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHigh Impact Action TrackWhat was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?
Rachel Dixon 10/23/2019 10:04 AMPlanning ahead and allowing an extra day for traveling makes this more obtainable -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodHow does food sovereignty address the complex agrarian transition to modern food systems?
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Rachel Dixon 10/23/2019 9:52 AMLast day of challenge. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergyWhat most interested or surprised you about your own energy footprint?
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Rachel Dixon 10/22/2019 4:56 PMThis challenge has been fun! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNatureHow can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place?
Rachel Dixon 10/22/2019 4:52 PMexploring the community will help you feel more invested in neighborhood -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthHow do you deal with the physical and emotional stress of the big problems we face? How can you help others cope?
Rachel Dixon 10/15/2019 1:21 PMMeditation , planning and Journaling keeps things in perspective this helps you deal with problems and stresses in a more meaningful way as they arise. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHigh Impact Action TrackHow might impact investing help you better live your values?
Rachel Dixon 10/11/2019 2:15 PMBy spending my money with companies that generate products and services that lead to a better world, and run their organizations ethically.