Olimpia Ruminska
10/13/2020 12:10 PM
Resignation from buying watter in plastic bottles is the first step
Olimpia Ruminska
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 351 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO4.0poundswaste composted
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UP TO105minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO3.0locally sourced mealsconsumed
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UP TO395minutesspent exercising
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UP TO50minutesspent learning
Olimpia's actions
Nature
Learn About the Impact of Old Refrigerants
Do at Home
I will spend 45 minutes researching the impact of old harmful refrigerants on our environment.
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.
Food
Buy From a Farmers Market
Do at Home
I will purchase produce and meat from a local farmers market or food co-op.
Food
Try a New Way to Prep
Do at Home
I will try a new method of food preparation, such as canning, pickling, or baking bread.
Food
Plant an Herb Garden
Do at Home
I will plant an herb garden in my home, workplace, or dorm room.
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.
Health
Be Active
Be Active. Stay fit & reduce the power consumption by daily activities like running, walking, gym, bike ride.
Community
Support to Local Animal Shelter
Support local shelter by donating food , needed equipment, ect.
Waste
Recycle everything I can
Plastic caps collection which will be then donated to Hospice
Action Track: Healing and Renewal
Joyful Movement
Do at Home
I will spend 15 minutes doing an activity where I'm both moving my body and enjoying myself.
Nature
Paint your area in green
Plant a tree or clean forest in your neighbourhood
Action Track: Healing and Renewal
Tend a Garden
Do at Home
I will tend to a garden, or prepare for one, each day using sustainable gardening practices.
Action Track: Healing and Renewal
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.
Action Track: Healing and Renewal
Go for a Daily Walk Outside
Do at Home
I will take a walk outside for 20 minutes each day.
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.
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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REFLECTION QUESTIONNatureDo you know how long does a plastic bottle take to decompose? How about styrofoam? How you can help our world to stay alive?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONWasteEach small cap from plastic bottle can be helpfull. Do you know any other small thing that can be used in the similar way? How you can help to your community using some small things?
Olimpia Ruminska 10/13/2020 12:07 PMFirst of all I resigned from using plastic bottles, but if there is such a need I always collect the caps and donate for a charity event -
REFLECTION QUESTIONWasteNew to composting? Be sure to check out the action resource links to learn tips and more about it. As you transition from throwing food away to composting, what do you notice about how much you are tossing? How will you use your compost once it is ready?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Healing and RenewalHave you ever had a significant experience in nature that altered your perspective or focus? If so, please describe it.
Olimpia Ruminska 10/13/2020 12:02 PMOh yes, when I saw Saquoias I realized we people are so small and so worthless in the nature. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Healing and RenewalWhat's your favorite activity(ies) in which you experience joy while being active and moving?
Olimpia Ruminska 10/13/2020 12:01 PMIt's good to start the day with some joga exercises. It prepares my body for w whole day sitting. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Healing and RenewalFresh 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?
Olimpia Ruminska 10/13/2020 12:00 PMThis is time for myself and I really need it especially in the time off home office and COVID situation -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAction Track: Healing and RenewalHow does being playful with others enrich your life?
Olimpia Ruminska 10/13/2020 11:51 AMI feel I spend a valuable time with my kids, I look at them a bit differently, watching them in a different situation, how they behave, how they reaact in contests -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodCanning and pickling food is a great way to have delicious summer fruits and vegetables all year round. Just make sure to follow the canning and pickling guidelines from the USDA or another trusted source. What are some foods that you would like to preserve and enjoy later in the year?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodWhat is one food choice that you make, or could make, that would do more good and less harm?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFoodConsider the ways you can garden: a plot of land? a patio container? hanging basket? windowsill gardens? What would work best for your living situation and lifestyle?
Olimpia Ruminska 10/13/2020 11:43 AMI can use my land - in Summer as well as my window - in Winter time