Cindy Sheehy
10/27/2021 2:45 PM
I made several loaves of zucchini bread while it was still in season and froze several. Now, I can have delicious, fresh bread all winter.
Cindy Sheehy
"Improvement happens every day"
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 821 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0public official or leadercontacted
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UP TO15conversationswith people
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UP TO75minutesspent learning
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UP TO390minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO112pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO1,435minutesspent exercising
Cindy's actions
Water
Eco-Friendly Gardening
Do at Home
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
Do at Home
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
Community
Express My Support
Do at Home
I will find out who in my state makes decisions that impact the environment and express my support for more environmental actions.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
Do at Home
I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in recycling dumpsters or my curbside bin.
Waste
Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion
Do at Home
I will spend 20 minutes learning about sustainable fashion and begin trying to practice it in my own life.
Energy
Turn It Off
Do at Home
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Energy
Calculate the Carbon Footprint of my Household
Do at Home
I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how different lifestyle choices could reduce our carbon footprint and our impact on the environment.
Energy
Power Saving Settings
Do at Home
I will learn about and update the power saving settings on my computer to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emission
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
Do at Home
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.
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.
Community
Engage In Active Listening
Do at Home
I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 10 conversations.
Health
Forgiveness
Do at Home
I will begin, or continue, on the journey of forgiving myself and/or other(s). I may do this through journaling, meditation, prayer, and/or talking with a licensed healthcare professional.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
Do at Home
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Health
Joyful Movement
Do at Home
I will spend 15 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
Do at Home
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Health
Take Control
Do at Home
Both systemic and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Action Track: Healing and Renewal
Family Game Hour
Do at Home
I will spend quality time with family and friends by playing low-tech game(s) and/or through the spirit of imagination.
Action Track: Healing and Renewal
Go for a Daily Walk Outside
Do at Home
I will take a walk outside for 10 minutes each day.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
Do at Home
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
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 QUESTIONFoodCanning and pickling food is a great way to have delicious summer fruits and vegetables all year round. Just make sure to follow the canning and pickling guidelines from the USDA or another trusted source. What are some foods that you would like to preserve and enjoy later in the year?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Healing and RenewalHow does being playful with others enrich your life?
Cindy Sheehy 10/27/2021 2:42 PMThe laughs and memories last much longer than the actual game. Also, who does not love bragging rights over your family members? -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergyWhat do you plan to do with the money you save from making more energy efficient choices?
Cindy Sheehy 10/27/2021 2:40 PMI plan to compare my energy bills from this year and last year. Any savings can be set aside for some summer-time fun!!! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWasteHow can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?
Cindy Sheehy 10/27/2021 2:35 PMI learned that it takes 2,700 liters of water to make the average cotton t-shirt and that's enough drinking water for one person for 900 days.
By simply using clothing longer or purchasing used clothing, each person can conserve soooooooooo much water. Ask yourself - do i really need that new shirt? -
Cindy Sheehy 10/27/2021 2:28 PMIn every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthWhat's your favorite activity(ies) in which you experience joy while being active and moving?
Cindy Sheehy 10/27/2021 2:27 PMWe have a mini-dance party while cooking dinner.
Turn off the TV, turn on your favorite music and get some exercise while you are prepping food. Have fun with it and pair music styles with the cuisine.-
Mahsha Ahanchian 10/27/2021 2:33 PM
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Cindy Sheehy 10/27/2021 2:20 PMThis year's eco-challenge has been a great reminder on the small actions that can have a big impact.
I have been training myself to turn-off and/or unplug electrical equipment after use. This practice will create positive habits that will carry on well-after the eco-challenge is over. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNatureFather Thomas Berry says, "... our primary purpose is celebration. Celebration of the dawn and the sunset and the different seasons of the year is a religious ritual, a way in which humans can establish their integral relationship with the universe, with the planet Earth." What is your response to Berry's assertion?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthHow do you practice self care?
Cindy Sheehy 10/06/2021 2:43 PMAnnual physicals might seem silly but they can save your life - literally! During my appt. last year, my doctor reminded me that I was late for my mammogram. I told her that I would schedule but was not in a big hurry. She had her nurse call me every week until I scheduled. This test uncovered breast cancer that was still treatable. Without my annual physical, I might have continued to procrastinate and been too late.
Just made my annual physical appointment!! -
Cindy Sheehy 10/06/2021 12:12 PMKicking off this year's Eco-Challenge and exited to see some new actions/goals. It's a great time to think about how our behaviors impact our communities and environment.
