2019 People's Ecochallenge

October 2 - October 23, 2019

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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?

Kelly Vlahakis-Hanks 10/23/2019 6:07 PM

I love celebrating half way to Earth Day with this wonderful challenge! I am so proud of everyone at TEAM ECOS that has committed to the peoples ecochallenge! For me personally, I am glad that it helped me focus on my personal health and wellness journey alongside the health and wellness of our planet. The 2 are inextricably tied together! 6 months to the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day! Lets keep up[ the good work everyone!

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Kristine Waldren 10/23/2019 1:15 PM

Celebrating the last day of the Ecochallenge with a plant-based lunch of brown rice, chickpeas and raspberries!

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Kristine Waldren 10/22/2019 3:41 PM

After almost a month of exclusively plant-based eating, I'm feeling more energized than ever. Big thanks to my employer Earth Friendly Products for providing fresh veggies for us to enjoy every day!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Water Say No to Plastic Straws

What single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?

Amber Enriquez 10/22/2019 10:13 AM

I have eliminated straws, plastic bags, and bottled water, and now am working on coffee cups. This one has been the hardest for me because I am often on the road going through a drive thru to get coffee, so I need to be better about keeping a reusable cup in the car for those situations!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Food Choose Organic Ingredients

It is often said that “you can’t feed the world with just organic food.” What is your response to that statement?

Amber Enriquez 10/22/2019 10:10 AM

I think most ideas around sustainability are initially rejected and claimed to be impossible. But over time by making small changes to our daily habits, what seems impossible can become a reality!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity Track my Purchases

What have you noticed about your purchases? Where are you inclined to make shifts, if any?

Evelyn Livaditis 10/21/2019 1:21 PM

Put things back that I didn't need

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Ashley Dawson 10/19/2019 11:00 PM

Got a little off track this week with my goals but plan to start next week off right and get the momentum back!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Nature Go for a Daily Walk

How do you experience your neighborhood or city differently when walking instead of driving?

Amber Enriquez 10/18/2019 2:37 PM

I walked around our corporate complex and enjoyed the fresh air and beautiful landscaping. Walking instead of driving allowed me to say hi to people as I passed by, and gave me a chance to soak up some sun and reflect on the day.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Transportation Support Public Transportation

How do residents get involved in community decision making in your area? What stakeholders are involved in the economic aspect of planning decisions in your community?

Nadereh Afsharmanesh 10/17/2019 11:49 AM

They have community news informing residents about various workshops and other resources.
The most important ones are the local businesses and residents.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Simplicity Research My Investment Portfolio

In what ways can you increase the positive impacts and decrease the negative impacts of your financial investments?

Laurel Klein 10/17/2019 6:44 AM

I started investing with my brother months ago. Recently we were having a discussion about how his firm invests and we discussed the companies that have positive environmental impacts. Unfortunately the performance of the few we discussed we not great but hopefully in the near future, responsible and sustainable companies will become more profitable.

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