Phoebe Krueger
10/28/2020 8:39 AM
If we are able to achieve and maintain balance, we honor nature by preserving it for future generations and all forms of life.
Phoebe Krueger
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 808 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO115minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO581pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO180minutesspent exercising
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UP TO30minutesspent learning
Phoebe's actions
Simplicity
Go for a Daily Walk Outside
Do at Home
I will take a walk outside for 15 minutes each day.
Simplicity
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.
Action Track: Justice for the Whole Community
Support Native Communities
Do at Home
I will use the resource links provided and spend 30 minutes learning about the native populations that lived in my area prior to colonization, and what I can do to support those that still exist.
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).
Simplicity
Meditate
Do at Home
I will meditate or create a moment of silence for 10 minute(s) each day to reflect on things important to me.
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.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Justice for the Whole CommunityIndigenous speaker and activist Winona LaDuke says that, "most indigenous ceremonies, if you look to their essence, are about the restoration of balance — they are a reaffirmation of our relationship to creation. That is our intent: to restore, and then to retain balance and honor our part in creation." Why is balance important to sustainability?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicityWhat would you like to invest more time in reflecting on?
Phoebe Krueger 10/28/2020 8:37 AMI would like to invest more time in staying present and enjoying each moment for what it is. -
Phoebe Krueger 10/28/2020 8:36 AMSo excited about the last day of the challenge! My daily meditation practices and walks now feel like habits I can stick to! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealthHow has the process of forgiving, or contemplating forgiveness, benefited you?
Phoebe Krueger 10/27/2020 8:52 AMIt feels like an emotional weight has been lifted and my stress level has dropped. Forgiveness is a powerful exercise. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicityFresh air and movement are good for our entire being and can help us think more clearly and creatively. How does taking a walk each day affect yourself and/or your work?
Phoebe Krueger 10/27/2020 8:48 AMI walk to get a latte most mornings and it's a great way to wake up and feel more energized for the day. It's also a nice way to see more of my neighborhood. -
Phoebe Krueger 10/26/2020 9:16 AMIt's awesome to get EcoChallenge points for my morning coffee walk! It definitely helps me resist the urge to take my car, even if it's cold or raining. -
Phoebe Krueger 10/26/2020 9:15 AMI am happy the EcoChallenge has helped me add meditation back into my routine. It has a calming effort and helps me better manage stress. -
Phoebe Krueger 10/22/2020 8:29 AMThe EcoChallenge helps me think about my actions and goals each year. It gives me the opportunity to pause and think about how I impact the earth and my community. It also allows me to reflect on how I can simplify my life and practice self care. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONSimplicityWhat are your top 3-5 core values? How did you narrow it down to those as being your core values?
Phoebe Krueger 10/22/2020 8:27 AMI decided to focus on two core values: self improvement and building community. Many of the decisions I make are driven by these two priorities, so it was not to challenging to determine core values when I applied that criteria. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONTransportationWhat was your process like for restructuring your trip? How can you avoid more air travel in the future?
Phoebe Krueger 10/21/2020 9:48 AMI picked a lot of my favorite things to do in Portland for my staycation and spent time with my family. It was a lot of fun and saved money, too!