Michael Wymer
4/13/2023 7:16 AM
The brain thrives on a calming, yet shifting setting to stimulate it while not overwhelming it. Nature is the perfect provider of this environment.
Michael Wymer
"Excited to be back for a second year in the eco challenge"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 717 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO22plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO28more servingsof fruits and vegetables
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UP TO32meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO15minutesspent learning
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UP TO64conversationswith people
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UP TO780minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO15disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO6.0plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Michael's actions
Energy
Heat and Cool Naturally
I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream by using a reusable water bottle.
Energy
Learn About Renewable Energy
I will spend 15 minutes learning more about renewable energy alternatives (i.e. solar, wind, biomass) in my region.
Community
SIGN UP TO VOTE
I will make sure I’m registered to vote. While I’m at it, I’ll sign up to help others register too!
Nature
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 15 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and my natural surroundings.
Community
Talk To My Friends and Classmates
I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 3 friends and/or classmates each day about the issue.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 2 disposable cup(s) to the landfill each day by using a reusable mug.
Food
Reduce Animal Products
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 0 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
Community
Support Businesses Owned by People of Color
Racial inequity is both a sustainability and justice problem. I will support businesses owned by people of color in my community whenever I shop.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
If at all possible, I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Health
More Fruits and Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cup(s) of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Health
Happiness
I will write down three things every day that I am grateful for, or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.
Nature
Explore My Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
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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Michael Wymer 4/20/2023 9:28 AMEco challenge blew by so quickly! Ahhh!!!-
Elizabeth Burke 4/20/2023 4:52 PMI am shocked at how quickly it went too! I'm realizing I'm pressed for time for the one time actions I agreed to do!
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Michael Wymer 4/18/2023 5:02 PMFarm works empanadas are going to be my easy vegan meal tmr whooo -
Michael Wymer 4/17/2023 6:19 PMFive days left and trying to finish strong! -
Michael Wymer 4/13/2023 7:17 AMHalfway through and I am going strong! (When I remember to post day of) -
REFLECTION QUESTIONNature Explore My AreaHow might spending more time outdoors enhance your brainpower?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONEnergy Learn About Renewable EnergyWhat inspires you to act on sustainable energy and other energy issues?
Michael Wymer 4/13/2023 7:15 AMWhile it can be frustrating to see government inaction on sustainable energy, as I feel like individual actions are so small compared to large international policies, making a small impact allows me to combat my own eco anxiety -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWaste Use a Reusable MugMaybe you've heard how good it is to switch from a single use coffee cup to a reusable one, but it's just hard to make the switch. What stands in your way of making this a habit? By identifying the challenges, you can begin to work through them to have better success in taking this action. Knowing the difference you are making, how does it make you feel?
Michael Wymer 4/05/2023 6:12 PMDenim should offer to use their ceramic cups first before asking if you want a disposable cup. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Support Businesses Owned by People of ColorA recent Keen Independent Research Foundation study found that Minority Businesses Enterprises (MBEs) are more likely to have difficulties in receiving loans or city contracts. In what ways can you work to address systemic racism like that demonstrated in this study?
Michael Wymer 4/05/2023 6:10 PMMaking an intentional choice of purchasing local from minority businesses is a great first step towards supporting local communities -
Michael Wymer 4/04/2023 3:32 PMDay two! Let’s do this everyone! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity SIGN UP TO VOTEWhy is voting important to creating a just, sustainable, and thriving world? In what other ways can you actively participate in important decision-making?
Michael Wymer 4/03/2023 7:43 PMVoting is paramount for promoting ideas that I want to see implemented in my community. It doesn’t have to be the end of advocacy though. Petitioning, or just talking to representatives is a good way to promote sustainable ideas.