Faith Avery
10/27/2021 1:28 PM
Spending more time outdoors makes me more cognisant of time. Nature does not appear instantly, but it is very easy to destroy it -- especially with human force.
Faith Avery
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 232 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO1.0locally sourced mealconsumed
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UP TO4.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO10milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO60minutesspent exercising
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UP TO160minutesspent learning
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UP TO30minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO60minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO31pounds of CO2have been saved
Faith's actions
Simplicity
Research Impact Investing
Do at Home
Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and determine if it is right for me.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Community
Watch a Documentary about Racial Injustice
Do at Home
I will watch 1 documentary(ies) about systemic racism.
Community
Support Native Communities
Do at Home
I will use the resource links provided and spend 30 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.
Health
Learn About Local Environmental Justice Concerns
Do at Home
I will spend 30 minutes researching environmental justice and environmental racism concerns in my region, who is affected by them, and local initiatives to address these concerns.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
Do at Home
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Food
Watch a Documentary about Food Sovereignty
Do at Home
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.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
Do at Home
I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
Action Track: Healing and Renewal
Research Restorative Justice
Do at Home
I will spend 30 minutes learning about restorative justice and conflict resolution opportunities in my own community or state.
Action Track: Healing and Renewal
Learn About Constructive Communication
Do at Home
I will spend 45 minute(s) learning about constructive communication.
Action Track: Healing and Renewal
Joyful Movement
Do at Home
I will spend 30 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.
Action Track: Healing and Renewal
Nurture Self-Compassion
Do at Home
I will spend 15 minutes nurturing my Self-Compassion.
Action Track: Healing and Renewal
Core Values
Do at Home
We may find more meaning and joy in life when our actions are aligned with our personal values. I will determine what my top 3-5 core values are so that I can better align my actions with them.
Water
Get Involved in the Water Justice Movement
Do at Home
I will spend at least 45 minutes using the resources provided to learn about water justice and find out how I can get involved in local initiatives.
Water
Calculate My Water Footprint
Do at Home
I will calculate my Water Footprint to learn about my tap water use and "virtual water" use.
Transportation
Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric Vehicle
Do at Home
I will spend at least 45 minutes researching and weighing my options to see if a hybrid or electric vehicle makes sense for my lifestyle.
Transportation
Conduct Virtual Meetings
Do at Home
I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.
Transportation
Work From Home
Do at Home
I will work from home 1 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
Participant Feed
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Explore My AreaHow can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place -- your deep knowledge of and appreciation for your surroundings?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Watch a Documentary about Racial InjusticeWhat did you learn about racial injustice in the documentary(ies) you watched? How does what you learned connect to your understanding of sustainability?
Faith Avery 10/27/2021 1:27 PMI really enjoyed learning about how racial and gender equity intersect. It is important to remember that gender/race/class/etc are inherently intertwined with sustainability. -
Faith Avery 10/26/2021 1:40 PMI was very excited about this challenge because being eco-conscious is one of my personal core values. I chose the actions I did because it was exciting to see so many things that I already understand and do listed as action items. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Calculate My Water FootprintHow does your view on water consumption change after completing this action?
Faith Avery 10/26/2021 1:39 PMI was surprised at how much water I use as a single person living in a small space! I generally think of myself as a conscientious and efficient water-user, so I was surprised that my consumption was so high. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Research and Consider Switching to a Hybrid or Electric VehicleReducing (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?
Faith Avery 10/26/2021 1:38 PMI already drive a tiny, fuel efficient, car. I am nervous about the effects of electric car batteries on the environment, but I think that this may be less of a concern than exhaust emissions. I am motivated by the thought of saving money on fuel over time. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Work From HomeIt takes the average worker in the United States 26 minutes to travel to work. One way to fix long commutes would be to make cities more affordable. An even simpler option: promote the use of telework. How have you used technology to replace in-person meetings or work this year?
Faith Avery 10/26/2021 1:36 PMI have used WebEx, Google Meets, Teams, and Zoom to hold virtual meetings and conduct classes with community partners that would usually have been held in person. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Buy From a Farmers MarketWhat is one food choice that you make, or could make, that would do more good and less harm?
Faith Avery 10/26/2021 1:35 PMI could stop eating so much cheese. I am already pescatarian and rarely even eat fish, but I love cheese. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportation Conduct Virtual MeetingsHow can you ensure that your virtual meetings honor your values and your company's culture?
Faith Avery 10/26/2021 1:34 PMCreating meeting agendas can ensure consistency and quality of meetings. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Reduce Animal ProductsWhy do people in richer countries eat more meat than people in other places? How does eating more meat affect our planet and other people?
Faith Avery 10/26/2021 1:33 PMMeat is expensive, a luxury, and taken for granted in wealthier countries. Eating meat creates greenhouse gasses and depletes natural resources. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Healing and Renewal Joyful MovementWhat's your favorite activity(ies) in which you experience joy while being active and moving?
Faith Avery 10/26/2021 1:32 PMI have been enjoying going for walks in my neighborhood and looking at leaves and Halloween decorations.