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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?

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Personal Care A Sustainable Flow
    Disposable tampons and menstrual pads are often quite expensive. What are the economic and personal benefits of this switch for you?

    Michael Pioggia's avatar
    Michael Pioggia 7/31/2022 8:48 PM
    Some of economic and personal benefits are:  free from chemicals, don't pollute our food chain, safeguards our water(s), and reduce overall health risks.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Personal Care A Sustainable Flow
    Disposable tampons and menstrual pads are often quite expensive. What are the economic and personal benefits of this switch for you?

    Matt McQuinn's avatar
    Matt McQuinn 7/31/2022 8:47 PM
    I don't personally benefit but I know there are many benefits to the women in my life. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Personal Care That Was a Close Shave
    What have you noticed about the economic and social impact of switching to steel razors? Was there ever really a need for disposable razors, or do you think it was just a way to sell more things?

    Matt McQuinn's avatar
    Matt McQuinn 7/31/2022 8:40 PM
    If I'm being honest I prefer a disposable razor but I'm willing to suffer. I don't shave that much anyway. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Lifestyle Proper Bioplastic Disposal
    What concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.

    Michael Pioggia's avatar
    Michael Pioggia 7/31/2022 8:39 PM
    My concern is my children and the state of the Earth in years to come.  When reflecting on my actions, I always keep this quote in mind ... "We do not inherit the Earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children."
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Pets DIY Cat Litter
    Other species can teach us important lessons about ourselves and life in general. What has your cat taught you?

    Michael Pioggia's avatar
    Michael Pioggia 7/31/2022 8:37 PM
    Our cat has taught us how to consistently wake up at the same time each morning ... great during the school year; not so much during summer break.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Lifestyle Homemade Cleaners
    What did you learn by making your own cleaning products? What is the biggest difference in making vs buying?

    Matt McQuinn's avatar
    Matt McQuinn 7/31/2022 8:36 PM
    It's amazing how many DIY options you can find online. When you make them you know exactly what goes into them. 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Personal Care That Was a Close Shave
    What have you noticed about the economic and social impact of switching to steel razors? Was there ever really a need for disposable razors, or do you think it was just a way to sell more things?

    Michael Pioggia's avatar
    Michael Pioggia 7/31/2022 8:34 PM
    In 2019, the Environmental Protection Agency estimated that 2 billion razors and refill blades get tossed out in the U.S. each year.  The bulk of a disposable razor is non-biodegradable, leading to billions of pieces of hazardous waste ending up in landfills every year.  Yes, I think it was a way to sell more things.  Moreover, shaving with a straight razor is a lost art.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Advocate for Office Reusables
    What are some of the cases you could make to an employer for why switching to durable dishes and utensils is actually in their best interest as well?

    Michael Pioggia's avatar
    Michael Pioggia 7/31/2022 8:32 PM
    Reusables can be branded with company logos and would great way to lead by example; especially when external clients come over for luncheons.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Lifestyle Proper Bioplastic Disposal
    What concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.

    Matt McQuinn's avatar
    Matt McQuinn 7/31/2022 8:32 PM
    It's the irreversible damage that's most concerning.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Advocate for Office Reusables
    What are some of the cases you could make to an employer for why switching to durable dishes and utensils is actually in their best interest as well?

    Matt McQuinn's avatar
    Matt McQuinn 7/31/2022 8:30 PM
    While the upfront cost for reusables might be more disposables cost more in the long run and are worse for the environment.