M Thayer
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 465 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO6.0disposable cupsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO2.0lightbulbsreplaced
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UP TO6.0meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO60minutesspent exercising
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UP TO60minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO6.0organic mealsconsumed
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UP TO6.0peoplehelped
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UP TO5.0plastic bottlesnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO4.1poundswaste composted
M's actions
Energy
Disable Screen Savers
I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.
Simplicity
Limit Social Media
I will limit my social media use to once per day.
Energy
Replace Manual Thermostats
I will replace manual thermostats with programmable ones.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 10 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
Health
Avoid Refined Sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Simplicity
Disconnect from Email
I will disconnect from my email when not at work.
Food
Choose Organic Ingredients
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.
Waste
Use a Reusable Water Bottle
I will keep 1 disposable plastic bottle(s) from entering the waste stream.
Waste
Use Reusable Containers
I will only use reusable containers for my lunches at work or school.
Health
Take Control
Develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Simplicity
Less Screen Time
I will replace 10 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.
Simplicity
De-Clutter my Home
I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.
Food
Eat Meatless Meals
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) per day.
Health
Know My Health
I will get my Core Four Biometrics tests (blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar and BMI).
Waste
Recycle all Recyclable Materials
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Health
More Fruits And Veggies
I will eat a heart healthy diet by adding 2 cups of fruits and vegetables each day to achieve at least 4 cups per day.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Community
Help Others
I will offer to help 1 person(s) who are in need each day.
Waste
Use a Reusable Mug
I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day.
Simplicity
Eat Mindfully
I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
I will avoid sending .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill per day.
Waste
Use Reusable Bags
I will not accept any disposable bags when making purchases.
Food
Weekly Meal Planning
I will reduce food waste and save money by planning a weekly menu, only buying the ingredients I need.
Food
Whole Food Diet
I will enjoy 1 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Simplicity
Work-Life Balance
I will not work more than 8 hour days each day.
Nature
Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset
I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.
Energy
Choose LED Bulbs
I will replace 2 incandescent lightbulb(s) with Energy Star-certified LED bulbs, saving up to $14 per fixture per year.
Energy
Turn it off
I will keep lights, electronics, and appliances turned off when not using them.
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.
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.
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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M Thayer 10/19/2016 11:38 AMDid you know North Seattle Community College has drop in classes? For example, Tai Chi today at 4 pm.-
Amber Lesly 10/19/2016 11:48 AMIs it free of charge? That's fantastic!
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M Thayer 10/19/2016 11:36 AMBroccoli, tomatoes, snap peas, and grapes! -
M Thayer 10/19/2016 11:35 AM
Homemade Organic Pesto with Cheese and Broccoli! :) -
M Thayer 10/06/2016 11:15 AMThanks for inviting me! It's always good to make a list of what you are already doing and what you still can do to help.