Samantha LaRocca
4/23/2020 7:25 AM
Wait up to 2-3 days before purchasing an item I'm interested in.
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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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicity De-Clutter My Home or Dorm RoomHow can you prevent yourself from accumulating more things in the future?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Power Down the ComputerWhat are other easy things you could do to save energy and reduce your environmental footprint?
Elizabeth Hiser 4/22/2020 6:08 AMWe always pull the plug on our modem every night and unplug cords from the wall when a unit (iPad or phone) is not being charged.
Also, my cell phone is mostly used as that, a phone when I am not at home. At home, it is turned off so it does not need charging often. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater 5-Minute ShowersFive minute showers are an impressive step toward reducing your water footprint. What is the next step you can take?
Jasmin Mendez 4/20/2020 8:10 PM5 minute showers have actually not been that hard! They made me realize how much time I used to waste just standing there. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Replace Manual ThermostatsHow do you anticipate replacing your thermostats for programmable ones will positively impact your life?
Elizabeth Hiser 4/20/2020 6:52 AMBy setting a time for adjusting to changes in temperature outside, the house can maintain a comfortable feeling instead of playing catch-up to the change which seems to take longer. -
Elizabeth Hiser 4/20/2020 6:47 AMMy outdoor commitments have been difficult due to the change in weather and/or temperatures since I signed up. -
Gerardina Martin 4/15/2020 8:19 PMEverything is going well. I'm enjoying sharing the ideas I get with my family, and they like to see the points adding up. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Install a Low-Flow ShowerheadHow can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?
Gerardina Martin 4/15/2020 8:18 PMWe can hold town meetings to talk about water conservation, as well as how to prevent pollution of waterways. It seems to be doing really well, as streams are clear. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWater Eco-friendly GardeningWhat are the most prominent water concerns in your area? Examples include drought, flooding, pollution, access, security, and privatization.
Gerardina Martin 4/15/2020 8:16 PMI'm sure we have all of this in our area, but they come at unexpected times. I'm lucky to live in a neighborhood where many folks collect their water to use on plants, and water conservation is discussed in town meetings. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Zero-Waste CookingIn North America, up to 65% of food waste happens at the consumer level. Chef Steven Satterfield advocates for utilizing every part of a vegetable. How can you incorporate using an entire vegetable, including the skins, tops, and stalks during your next meal prep?
Gerardina Martin 4/15/2020 8:14 PMI generally pick vegetables, like cucumbers, for which I use every part. For broccoli, I cut up the stalks, as well, and cook them into breakfast with eggs or into dinner with the stir-fry. Stir-fry is a great way to use all the parts of the vegetable. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Weekly Meal PlanningAn average American throws out about 240 lbs of food per year. The average family of four spends $1,500 a year on food that they throw out. Does this surprise you? Where would you rather use this money?
Gerardina Martin 4/15/2020 8:12 PMThis does not surprise me. I am very frugal, so $1500 a year would go a long way for my family. However, we typically plan our meals, and with five kids, there are never any leftovers. Additionally, I use all food purchased, and we do not throw anything away.