Roxy Hines
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,816 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO2.7pounds of paperhave been saved
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UP TO810minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO13conversationswith people
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UP TO13phone callsmade to public officials or leaders
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UP TO14pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO2.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO13neighborsmet
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UP TO13letters or emailssent to public officials or leaders
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UP TO390minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO14organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO390minutesspent exercising
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UP TO203gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO780minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO39plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
Roxy's actions
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
Food
Watch a Documentary
I will watch a documentary film about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.
Waste
Go Paperless
I will reduce the amount of paper mail that I receive by opting into paperless billing and/or unsubscribing from catalogs.
Transportation
Conduct Virtual Meetings
I will not travel for meetings and will instead conduct them virtually.
Waste
Choose Two-Sided Printing
I will save up to .21 lbs (.09 kg) of paper per day by switching from one-sided printing to two-sided at work.
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.
Food
Buy from a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Health
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Community
Pick up the Phone
I will make 1 phone call(s) per day to a public official or company to advocate community or planet-friendly policies.
Waste
Needs vs. Wants
I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.
Community
Meet my Neighbors
I will meet 1 new neighbor(s) per day.
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Food
Cook New Recipes
I will cook a new recipe every day that features organic and/or local ingredients.
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Water
Use Reusable Bottles
I will use a reusable bottle and stop purchasing bottled water, saving 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) a day.
Transportation
Just Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Nature
Practice Gratitude for Earth
I will spend 15 minute(s) per day outside, practicing gratitude (prayer, meditation, journaling, etc.) for Earth and the nature surrounding me.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Health
Eliminate Toxic Plastics
I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.
Food
Say No to Seafood
I will not eat seafood.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Community
Join my Neighborhood Association
I will join my neighborhood association or another local group.
Nature
Leave No Trace
I will practice the seven principles of leave no trace when doing nature activities alone or with family and friends.
Community
Talk to my Friends
I will decide which social or environmental issue in my community is most important to me and tell 1 friends per day about the issue.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Health
Avoid Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Energy
Choose Clean/Renewable Energy
I will sign up for my utility company's clean/renewable energy option.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Health
Happiness
I will write down three things every day for two weeks that I am grateful for or send one email every day thanking or praising someone.
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk
I will take a walk each day.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 30 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Water
Insulate Water Pipes and Water Heater
I will avoid wasting water while waiting for the shower or sink to heat up.
Simplicity
Have a Garage Sale
I will have a group garage sale with friends, family, and/or neighbors.
Health
Take Control
Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Water
Collect Rain Water
I will create a rain garden or bioswale, or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
Water
Install a Toilet Tank Bank
I will reduce the amount of water flushed and save up to 11 gallons (41 L) of water per day.
Water
Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants
I will prevent water runoff and increase absorbency by mulching the base of plants and trees at my home or work.
Waste
Find Local Recycling Depots
I will find out where to recycle the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Waste
Become a Master Recyler/Composter
I will sign up for a Master Recycler/Composter program in my area.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Transportation
Car Share
I will sign up for a car-sharing service, or organize car sharing with my neighbors, to cut down on the number of vehicles on the road.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Community
Volunteer in my Community
I will volunteer 2 hour(s) in my community.
Energy
Adjust the Thermostat
I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.
Health
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 3 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Water
Brush My Teeth Without Running Water
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
Waste
Avoid Disposables
I will not use any disposable plates, cups, or cutlery.
Waste
Personal Waste Audit
I will collect all of my unrecyclable, non-compostable trash with me to raise my awareness of how much I send to the landfill.
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.
Simplicity
Organize a Course
I will organize NWEI's discussion course 'Voluntary Simplicity' with my family, friends, coworkers, or classmates.
Nature
Spend Time Outside
I will replace 15 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.
Health
Support Pollution Reduction
I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.
Health
Audit Toxic Products In My Home
I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 2 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 30 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Community
Write Letters
I will write 1 letter(s) per day to a public official or company to advocate for planet-friendly policies or something else I believe in.
Energy
Online Energy Audit
I will complete an online energy audit of my home, office, or dorm room and identify my next steps for saving energy.
Community
Connect with a Nonprofit
I will connect with a local nonprofit, environmental or otherwise, and find out how I can get involved or become a member.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Create Your Own Action
Saving Water
I will plan my meals accordingly for the next 2 weeks while limiting water from the kitchen sink and limit using the dishwasher to help save.
Energy
Power Down the Computer
I will power down my computer and monitor when not using it for more than 2 hours, saving up to (1.1) lbs of CO2 per day that I do this.
Water
Eco-friendly Gardening
I will plant native species, landscape with water-efficient plants, and use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Waste
Lobby for Reusables
I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.
Waste
Start Composting
I will start a compost collection at home, work, or school.
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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Roxy Hines 10/25/2016 12:22 PMMy team is ranked at number 8! Let's keep up the good work because you are all doing such a great job and we are almost to the finish line. :) -
Roxy Hines 10/23/2016 1:52 PMChecking in on my team and wanted to say GREAT JOB! You all are doing amazing! -
Roxy Hines 10/20/2016 2:37 PM -
Roxy Hines 10/19/2016 8:22 PMI drank 4 bottles of water today and used the same bottle each time. I am eating clean and staying hydrated. 💦💧💦💧💦💧👍🏻-
Brandon B 10/22/2016 4:14 PMNice!
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Roxy Hines 10/19/2016 8:14 PMI'm so proud of my team for doing such an amazing job! ☺️ -
Roxy Hines 10/19/2016 2:54 PMI spent a lot of time outside today and also picked out pumpkins! :) Loving this beautiful fall weather. -
Roxy Hines 10/18/2016 11:27 AMI am trying to save energy and I realize a BIG way to help is remembering to turn off the lights when not in use. ;) -
Roxy Hines 10/17/2016 8:54 AMI am grateful for a lot of things today. I am grateful that I live in a city that experiences all four seasons.
Second chances. Third chances. Forgiveness. The ability to say: thank you for that experience, and mean it.
My job. The fact that I get to write every day. The other amazing writers, actors, and producers I aspire to read and work with someday.
Coffee, and coffee shops at night, a long meal in a dimly lit restaurant with a bottle of wine and someone you love.
I am grateful that I have a beautiful home, dishes to do, laundry to fold, and dinner to cook; because it means I have my own home, have eaten, am clothed, and have so much love and support from those around me everyday.
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Roxy Hines 10/16/2016 4:54 PM -
Roxy Hines 10/14/2016 2:21 PMWow! I just want to thank everyone for doing such a wonderful job on Day 1. Not only do we have residents participating, but friends and strangers are also reaching out via social media to be apart of this. I am so happy to be apart of this team and you all are doing such an amazing job. Keep up the posts and photos documenting your progress and we look forward to seeing you at the ECO Wine tasting event this evening.