
Magdalena Janik
"keep calm and be eco"
POINTS TOTAL
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- 1,948 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO22poundswaste composted
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UP TO170minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO825minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO1,598pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO426gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO1.0water collection systeminstalled
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UP TO1.0documentarywatched
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UP TO825minutesspent exercising
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UP TO27conversationswith people
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UP TO270minutesspent learning
Magdalena's actions
Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community
Offset for Climate Justice
Do at Home
Greenhouse gases found in old refrigerants are up to 10,900 times more potent than carbon dioxide. I will help eliminate these gases through the purchase of offset credits to ensure we all have a planet we can thrive on.
Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community
Learn About Trans, Femme, and Nonbinary Experiences
Do at Home
I will spend 60 minutes learning about the experiences of trans, femme, and/or nonbinary people.
Transportation
Stay on the Ground
Do at Home
Instead of traveling by plane, I will find an alternative way to accomplish the goals of an upcoming trip (i.e. telepresence, vacation locally).
Water
Collect Rain Water
Do at Home
I will create a rain garden or bioswale or use rain barrels to collect water for outdoor watering needs.
Water
Fix Leaky Faucets
Do at Home
I will fix faucets or report leaky faucets to facilities that have been wasting up to 9 gallons (34 L) of water per faucet every day.
Water
Install a Low-Flow Showerhead
Do at Home
I will save up to 15 gallons (56 L) of water a day by installing a low-flow showerhead.
Action Track: Healing and Renewal
Core Values
Do at Home
We may find more meaning and joy in life when our actions are aligned with our personal values. I will determine what my top 3-5 core values are so that I can better align my actions with them.
Health
Go Get a Check Up
I will make an appointment for my annual physical.
Health
Take Control
Do at Home
Both systemic and personal sustainability are important! I will develop a plan with my medical professionals to achieve my best health and live my life to the fullest.
Waste
Compost Food Waste
Do at Home
I will avoid sending up to .69 lbs (.31 kg) of food waste to the landfill each day by composting my food or learning how to.
Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community
Learn More and Advocate
Do at Home
Access to public transportation is a social justice issue! I will learn about the need for public transportation in my community and tell 2 friends or colleagues per day about the issue.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
Do at Home
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
Nature
Go for a Daily Walk
Do at Home
I will take a 30-minute walk outside each day.
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
Be Active
Be Active. Stay fit & reduce the power consumption by daily activities like running, walking, gym, bike ride.
Waste
Recycle everything I can
Plastic caps collection which will be then donated to Hospice
Nature
Paint your area in green
Plant a tree or clean forest in your neighbourhood
Community
Support to Local Animal Shelter
Support local shelter by donating food , needed equipment, ect.
Simplicity
Meditate
Do at Home
I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 15 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.
Community
Engage In Active Listening
Do at Home
I will practice actively listening to a friend, family member, co-worker, acquaintance, or someone who I may disagree with in at least 5 conversations.
Community
Sign Up to Vote
Do at Home
I will make sure I’m registered to vote. While I’m at it, I’ll sign up to help others register too!
Nature
Learn About the Impact of Old Refrigerants
Do at Home
I will spend 15 minutes researching the impact of old harmful refrigerants on our environment.
Community
Research Restorative Justice
Do at Home
I will spend 60 minutes learning about restorative justice and conflict resolution opportunities in my own community or state.
Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community
Watch a Documentary about Racial Injustice
Do at Home
I will watch 2 documentary(ies) about systemic racism.
Simplicity
Research Impact Investing
Do at Home
Using the links provided below, I will research impact investing and determine if it is right for me.
Simplicity
Family Game Hour
Do at Home
I will spend quality time with family and friends by playing low-tech game(s) and/or through the spirit of imagination.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
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To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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Magdalena Janik 10/27/2020 12:46 AMTo improve is to change. To be perfect is to change often. Winston Churchill -
Magdalena Janik 10/26/2020 2:37 AM7 health benefits of outdoor exercise- It's a natural antidepressant.
- It challenges your body.
- You may be more likely to stick with it.
- It provides mental relief.
- You can turn it into a social outing.
- It's free.
- It can be a team-building experience.
Go outside! -
Magdalena Janik 10/25/2020 2:48 PMlast 3 days to go! keep moving :) -
Magdalena Janik 10/24/2020 3:17 AMWater left over after hard boiling eggs is great for greenery! Eggshells contain a high amount of calcium, which plants love. -
Magdalena Janik 10/22/2020 11:37 PMWinter is coming... Remember to feed the birds!
What to feed birds in winter? Sunflower Seeds, nyjer seeds, peanuts, fruit or fat balls. -
Magdalena Janik 10/21/2020 11:43 PMFollow these tips to reduce the time you spend driving:Walk or bike when you can.Use the bike-share programs if your city or town has them.Take public transit when possible.Carpool with friends instead of driving alone.Use ride-sharing services -
Magdalena Janik 10/20/2020 11:57 PMKeep it simple.
Keep it honest.
Keep it real.
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Magdalena Janik 10/19/2020 11:59 PMQuote of the day - Keep green and keep our planet clean. -
Magdalena Janik 10/18/2020 11:20 PMIt is the greatest of all mistakes to do nothing because you can only do little - do what you can (Sydney Smith) -
Magdalena Janik 10/18/2020 1:55 PMQuote of the day: Peace is the result of retraining your mind to process life as it is, rather than as you think it should be