Through social media or on the Earth Day Ecochallenge feed, I will share my favorite environmentally friendly habit with my friends, even if it’s not an Earth Day action.
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Forests
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area while following CDC guidelines for social distancing.
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Forests
Use a Reusable Mug
If possible, I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
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DAILY ACTIONS
Action Track: Building Resilience
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 60 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside that follows CDC guidelines for preventing disease spread.
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Action Track: Building Resilience
Connect While Social Distancing
I will connect with at least 2 person/people a day through phone call or video chat to support mine and other’s mental and emotional health during this challenging time.
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Fresh Water
Conserve Toilet Water
I will save up to 12 gallons (45 L) of water a day by flushing only when necessary.
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Fresh Water
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
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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?
REFLECTION
QUESTION
Action Track: Earth Day Together!Earth Day Action: Share Eco Tips
What environmentally friendly habit have you most recently implemented? How do you ensure that you are successful in creating or changing a habit?
Action Track: Building ResilienceSpend Time Outside
Rachel Carson said that we need the beauty and mysteries of the natural world for our spiritual and emotional development. Does that ring true for you? What are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time indoors?
Yes, it rings true for me. When I get outside every afternoon I feel rejuvenated and feel at peace with nature. Being able to go out and run allows me to relieve the stressors of the day, but doing so in a park or on a trail gives me such a level of serenity as I take in the trees, birds, the sounds of the water flowing and the beautiful blue skies.
Hi Barbara....Even stepping outside or taking a 5 min walk helps center me, give me energy, and lower stress. The funny thing is how I seem to forget the benefits until I step outside...and say to myself "I really need to do this more often." - which reminds me It's time for a quick walk!
As I reflect on Earth Day one of my daily commitments is to use a reusable coffee mug daily. The past few months when I have purchased coffee I tried to remember to take my reusable Starbucks mug to the shop. #EarthDayEcochallenge #EarthDay2020One of my many mugs
Running outside on local trails and in local parks gives me a sense of belonging. It also allows me to leave behind the stressors of the day and get outside with my own thoughts and feel and hear mother nature. The sunshine gives me an emotional and physical boost. I love running and walking outdoors.
Connecting with others helps to reassure family and friends that even though we are physically distant we are healthy- physically, emotionally, and mentally. Using FaceTime and other video chats help them to see you as well which even more reassuring. Social connection improves physical health and psychological well-being. Our connections help to decrease anxiety and a sense of depression.
I'm amazed at how many gallons of water I'm saving by flushing less. It really causes me to pause and think about how much we are hurting mother earth.
Scott Royael 4/30/2020 12:17 PMHi Barbara....Even stepping outside or taking a 5 min walk helps center me, give me energy, and lower stress. The funny thing is how I seem to forget the benefits until I step outside...and say to myself "I really need to do this more often." - which reminds me It's time for a quick walk!
