Jory Mason
10/21/2019 9:30 AM
I got a TDAP Booster and Flu shot for this year. Will continue to schedule checkups.
Jory Mason
"Learn and improve!"
POINTS TOTAL
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- 743 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO22disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO2.0documentarieswatched
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UP TO51meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO180minutesspent learning
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UP TO22plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO18plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Jory's actions
Health
Know My health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
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.
Waste
Reduce Single-Use Disposables
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.
Waste
Advocate For More Food Packaging Options
I will advocate for alternatives to single-use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, at work, or on campus.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Health
Go get a check up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Food
Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty
I will watch 2 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.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth Go get a check upHow do you practice self care?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Advocate For More Food Packaging OptionsWhat concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.
Jory Mason 10/21/2019 9:29 AMOptional packaging like disposable produce bags can be replaced by reusable or not used all together, if washed well.
When going to restaurants, opting to bring your own container can reduce single use food containers.
Going to coffee shops that give you real dishes for "for here" orders, then using your own container to take the remainder with you. Or have them make your drink in the container. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable Water BottleWhile water bottles are needed for health and safety in certain places, we can do more to reduce the unnecessary use of them. What are the barriers to you using reusable bottles and tap water instead of bottled water? How could you make this a permanent habit?
Jory Mason 10/03/2019 11:19 AMConvenience of purchasable bottled water mainly, but carrying a reusable bottle is not that difficult. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste 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?
Jory Mason 10/03/2019 11:18 AMIf I have to use a paper plate, I attempt to use it more than 2-3 times if I can keep it clean enough. Often I'll try to use a washable plate instead. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable MugMaybe you've heard how good it is to switch from a single use coffee cup to a reusable one, but it's just hard to make the switch. What stands in your way of making this a habit? By identifying the challenges, you can begin to work through them to have better success in taking this action. Knowing the difference you are making, how does it make you feel?
Jory Mason 10/03/2019 11:17 AMKeeping the cup clean and coffee shops not allowing "dirty" reusable mugs are potential obstacles. Frequenting shops that allow you to use a reusable cup is a good practice. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use Reusable BagsWhat do you do if you find yourself in the situation of needing a bag for items but don't have a reusable one with you? Carry things out in your hands? In a cart? Accept a disposable one? If you find yourself in this position often, what system could you put in place to try to create a successful habit of not using plastic bags?
Jory Mason 10/03/2019 11:16 AMSometimes I carry my groceries out or take a paper bag and try to reuse it. -
Jory Mason 10/03/2019 11:02 AMI'll continue to use multi-use items and keep my single use items to a minimum. Maybe watch a documentary this weekend or go to the farmers market!