Linda Forlifer
7/31/2022 9:38 AM
Gardening is calming, as I move about improving my habitat and observing nature’s surprises. Lots of birdsong and beautiful colors are soothing.
July 1 - July 31, 2022
Linda Forlifer
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 920 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO35plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO59minutesspent learning
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UP TO44disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO108pieces of litterpicked up
Linda's actions
Community
Keep My Community Clean
I will pick up 5 piece(s) of litter each day.
Community
Become a Recycling Pro
Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 15 minutes researching which materials are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community and recycle only those items.
Food
Switch to Loose Leaf Tea
Because many tea bags and most sleeves and sachets contain plastic, I will switch to using loose leaf tea.
Food
Use a Reusable Mug
If possible, I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own travel cup.
Food
Plant a Garden
I will plant a herb or vegetable garden using as little plastic as possible and to save from the plastic used buying herbs and veggies.
Lifestyle
Clean Plate Club
When I need to replace my dish soap, I will switch to a bar or refillable option.
Lifestyle
Travel Toiletries
If traveling, I will reuse my old travel tubes to refill with my soaps or only bring bar soaps with me in a TSA-approved reusable quart-sized bag.
Personal Care
Green Beauty
When it's time to buy more, I will replace my beauty products with refillable, sustainable, and/or DIY options.
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 QUESTIONFoodBesides having access to fresh herbs and vegetables, what benefits will you see from growing your own garden?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodTake time to reflect or meditate over your plastic-free cup of tea. Share your thoughts and reflections with us here!
Linda Forlifer 7/31/2022 9:34 AMI hadn’t realized that tea bags are plastic so this change is meaningful.-
Robyn Jones 7/31/2022 1:42 PM
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLifestyleWhat is the benefit of using bar soaps or refilling your travel sized containers? Is this an action you think you will keep in your life?
Linda Forlifer 7/30/2022 4:03 PMRefilling my travel containers with shampoo and body wash has been simple. The little jugs fit well in my bath caddy. I’m saving money and not putting more unnecessary plastic into the environment. Definitely will keep doing it—why ever not?!! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodSince the restrictions that COVID-19 has required of our society, trying to use your own cup might present new barriers, as well as new opportunities for creative problem solving. How were you able to achieve success on this action? How can you make it a long-term habit?
Linda Forlifer 7/26/2022 5:19 AMThis is easy to do. When I leave home I carry my reusable mug and use it all day.-
Ellen Bronson 7/26/2022 6:29 PMWe were traveling across several states this past weekend and we tried to get coffee at one rest stop and they refused… so we went caffeine-deprived but they refilled it no problem at the next. It seems like some places just don’t quite understand still that that isn’t a risk for COVID-19! But overall it seems to be less and less places that refuse.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunityWhat have you learned about what is accepted by local haulers for recycling, what you can drop off or ship to certain places, and what is not recyclable in your area? What is the most difficult part of recycling for you?
Linda Forlifer 7/26/2022 5:16 AMInfo on recycling is hugely confusing. Plastic manufacturers pretend that the numbers they put in triangles are important, but recycling info from facilities say otherwise—to ignore the numbers. Pay attention only to type, like wide-mouthed cups and bottles. It’s a mess. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunityHow does the act of picking up litter connect you more to your community?
Linda Forlifer 7/15/2022 4:40 PMPicking up litter reminds me that I can improve local conditions by my own personal actions. It helps me feel a part of our shared home.