Mary Ellsworth
7/27/2022 6:03 AM
We have recently reduced our consumption of soda which has greatly decreased how many bottles and cans we are producing.
July 1 - July 31, 2022
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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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Sandra Morrison 7/31/2022 5:14 AM -
Jen Mclachlan 7/29/2022 5:28 AMThus week was a busy week that I did not have enough time to meal prep. I am disappointed but determined to finish strong. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLifestyle Complete a Waste AuditWhat did you learn about the waste you create? Where can you reduce the most?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONPersonal Care Sustainable SudsWhat are the economic and personal benefits of switching to bar soap/shampoo/conditioner or refillable bottle options?
Mary Ellsworth 7/27/2022 6:01 AMThe refillable shampoo options are high-quality, but I find them to be more expensive that many mainstream shampoo options. I like having a low waste option, but I wish they were more affordable. -
Noreen Walsh 7/26/2022 5:19 PMIt's like giving yourself a little nudge to do the things you know you should. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Skip Plastic BagsHow difficult was this challenge for you? What made it easy or difficult?
Joelle Neufang 7/26/2022 12:36 PMSkipping the plastic bags is easy— as long as I remember to put my reusable bags back in the car after I use them. I started hanging my reusable bags on the inside front door knob of the house after emptying them, which makes it almost impossible for me to forget them when I leave the house. If I forget the reusable bags in the car when I go in the store, I walk back out and get them or I skip the bag altogether if it’s just a few items. It’s not a perfect system, but it is working for me. -
Mary Ellsworth 7/25/2022 9:00 AMSwapping unwanted items with friends and family is a great way to ensure items don't end up in the landfill. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPets Thrifty PetsHow does buying used differ from buying new? How does each purchasing decision make you feel?
Heather Segura 7/25/2022 5:34 AMIf there is nothing wrong with the item, why not?! I love helping people when I can by offering slightly used items that I no longer use, so it's a win to get that from others! -
Joelle Neufang 7/24/2022 2:05 PMspent the morning hunting for shark teeth and trash at Caspersen Beach- found both, but am happy to say that I found more teeth than trash. Also was able to witness a sea turtle (Loggerhead) rescue and release- which was an unexpected, and awesome, bonus to an already fantastic morning! :) -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFood Use Reusables at WorkIt is often true that we only have control over our own actions and not the collective community. How can you lead by example when it comes to switching disposables for reusable dishes in your community?
Shelly Drummond 7/24/2022 9:54 AMI've been trying to be more mindful of my plastic use at work events by bringing my own reusables to team meetings.