

Liz Wimmer
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 742 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1,145minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO1,145minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO60conversationswith people
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UP TO51meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
Liz's actions
Climate
Local Climate Issues
I will spend at least 15 minute(s) a day researching climate issues or climate solutions in my local area and share with others through my team feed, social media, or conversations with my peers.
Action Track: Building Resilience
Connect While Social Distancing
I will connect with at least 1 person/people a day through phone call or video chat to support mine and other’s mental and emotional health during this challenging time.
Oceans
Smart Seafood Choices
I will visit seafoodwatch.org or download the app and commit to making better seafood choices for a healthier ocean.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day of the challenge.
People
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 30 minute(s) each day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside that follows CDC guidelines for preventing disease spread.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodWhy do people in richer countries eat more meat than people in other places? How does eating more meat affect our planet and other people?
Liz Wimmer 4/30/2020 7:06 PMEating meat is ingrained in our western culture. While it's what I was brought up on, I enjoy cooking, so personally I find it fun to try new recipes that don't revolve around meat and are balanced with other foods that make me feel healthier and are better for the planet, too. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPeopleRachel 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?
Liz Wimmer 4/30/2020 6:56 PMAbsolutely. During this time I have been more able to appreciate the changing of the seasons from winter to spring from bird songs to buds on trees. Watching those changes unfold has been truly beautiful and inspiring. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Building ResilienceHow does connecting with others help your own mental and emotional health? How can it help support others?
Liz Wimmer 4/30/2020 6:49 PMMaintaining relationships is important now more than ever. Even though we can't be together physically, it makes me so happy to hear my family and friends over the phone or see them on the computer. It is definitely a highlight of the day, even if there isn't much new news to share. -
Liz Wimmer 4/28/2020 8:08 PM -
Liz Wimmer 4/27/2020 4:36 PMToday I did a Zoom cardio class with my parents - a fun way to connect AND stay active while quarantined.-
Ravi Parakkat 4/28/2020 9:00 AM
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Liz Wimmer 4/27/2020 9:42 AMYesterday we got out our bikes for the first time this year and enjoyed some fresh air. It was fun checking out new places around our neighborhood that are hard to get to only by walking. -
Liz Wimmer 4/22/2020 8:34 AM -
Liz Wimmer 4/10/2020 12:29 PMToday's lunch - roasted red pepper soup, biscuit, and tomato & bean salad with arugula. The soup has chicken broth, and we added a little goat cheese on top, but could easily make some swaps when we have different ingredients more readily available. Yesterday for lunch we had veggie burrito bowls. Enjoying these veggie inspired meals - yum! -
Liz Wimmer 4/02/2020 8:27 AM -
Liz Wimmer 4/01/2020 9:47 AMLooking forward to the Ecochallenge! I just selected my actions - some that I plan to do on my own and some that my husband and I selected together. It's always more fun and easier to commit to actions when you have support from others :) Have you selected your actions yet?