Jess Anderson

Mayo Clinic

"Live with intention, integrity and a sense of great adventure."

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participant impact

UP TO

30

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spent outdoors

Jess's actions

Nature

Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset

Do at Home

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

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DAILY ACTION

Health

Forgiveness

Do at Home

I will begin, or continue, on the journey of forgiving myself and/or other(s). I may do this through journaling, meditation, prayer, and/or talking with a licensed healthcare professional.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

Energy

Adjust the Thermostat

Do at Home

I will adjust my thermostat down 2 degrees from usual when I use the heat, and up 2 degrees when I use air conditioning.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Nature Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset

Father Thomas Berry says, "... our primary purpose is celebration. Celebration of the dawn and the sunset and the different seasons of the year is a religious ritual, a way in which humans can establish their integral relationship with the universe, with the planet Earth." What is your response to Berry's assertion?

Jess Anderson 10/07/2020 10:55 AM

What a beautiful celebration this morning! Giving thanks for those things that are beautiful and not in my control and the gift of a fresh, new start, new day. What colors this fall morning too! Bonus gift.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Energy Adjust the Thermostat

Your utility company is able to tell you your average energy usage. Ask them how your energy usage compares to others in your ZIP code, region, and/or state. What other steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage?

Jess Anderson 10/07/2020 10:52 AM

Other steps: being more cognizant of powering on and off equipment; what lights are on and needed; watching more closely oven usage (how long pre-heat lasts).

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