Christine Generali
4/29/2022 11:48 AM
I am replacing areas of my lawn with plants that need little water to survive and also using mulch to help with water retention.
Christine Generali
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO420gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO2.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO85meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO60minutesspent learning
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UP TO2,565minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO2,565minutesnot spent in front of a screen
Christine's actions
Climate & Ecosystems
Ecological & Xeriscape Gardening
SDG #14 & 15
I will do one or more of the following actions in my yard, or volunteer in my community: plant indigenous plants, landscape with water-efficient plants, add mulching, replace a lawn, and/or use eco-friendly fertilizers.
Basic Needs & Security
Reduce Animal Product Consumption
SDG #2 Zero Hunger
I will enjoy 3 meatless meal(s) and/or 3 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
Education & Livelihood
Work-Life Balance
SDG #8 Work & Economy
During the workday, I will schedule time for daily rest during work days to practice work-life balance.
Basic Needs & Security
Take 5-Minute Or Less Showers
SDG #6 Water & Sanitation
I will save up to 6 gallons (23 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers. Tip: Use a timer to practice or count to 60 a few times.
Health & Equity
Spend Time Outside
SDG #3 Health & Well-Being
I will replace 60 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside exercising, enjoying the sunrise/sunset, gardening, journaling, or practicing gratitude for nature.
Health & Equity
Learn About Gender Diversity
SDG #5 Gender
I will spend 60 minutes learning about gender diversity.
Basic Needs & Security
Know Your Produce
SDG #2 Zero Hunger
I will visit ewg.org to learn about and use their Clean 15 and Dirty Dozen produce lists.
Basic Needs & Security
Volunteer
SDG #1 No Poverty
In my community, I will volunteer at a community shelter, food pantry or soup kitchen.
Participant Feed
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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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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate & Ecosystems Ecological & Xeriscape GardeningWhat ecological or xeriscape landscaping practices do you have? How has your landscape changed from these practices?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & Security Know Your ProduceWhat surprised you about the two produce lists? How will you use these lists for your grocery shopping? Have you used these lists before?
Christine Generali 4/14/2022 7:33 PMI was surprised to learn the produce I typically buy are on the high pesticides list. I will try to buy only organic produce to avoid this exposure to pesticides. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & Security VolunteerWhat was one of your most memorable volunteer experiences, and why? What would you like to volunteer for next, and why?
Christine Generali 4/09/2022 4:28 PMI used to volunteer weekly with Meals on Wheels, delivering meals to elderly and home-bound people. Although it didn't take much of my time, I think it made a big difference to people who were still living independently as it serves as a quick check-in to make sure they are okay, providing them with a healthy meal, and the opportunity for conversation and social interaction. You can't underestimate the power of the human connection, a smile, and a hot meal.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & Security Take 5-Minute Or Less ShowersWith 5-minute or less showers reducing your water footprint, what do you plan to add next to your water conservation habits?
Christine Generali 4/06/2022 2:36 PMI believe in sustainable gardening, and try to choose plants that are native and drought-tolerant with low water needs. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEducation & Livelihood Work-Life BalanceHow does practicing a work-life balance create a more sustainable life for you? How might it contribute to sustainability more broadly?
Christine Generali 4/06/2022 2:15 PMPracticing a work-life balance helps to reduce my stress, ensures I'm focusing on the right priorities, and is better for my overall mental health and well-being. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & Equity Spend Time OutsideWhat are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time inside and on screens?
Christine Generali 4/05/2022 5:10 PMSpending time outside is so beneficial to our mental and physical health. Being outside always brings me back to life, helps me think clearly, and makes me feel invigorated. Those who spend the majority of their time inside and on screens are missing out on all the positive health benefits the outdoor world brings to our lives. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & Security Reduce Animal Product ConsumptionWhat was the tastiest meatless or vegan meal you ever had or had recently? Did you make it? Can you share a recipe?
Christine Generali 4/05/2022 4:48 PMI went to a Thai restaurant in Sturbridge MA over the weekend and had a dish called pad see ew which is a stir-fried noodle dish. It was made with flat rice noodles, Chinese broccoli, carrots, and tofu. What makes this dish unique is a black soy sauce added at the end of the cooking process to stick to the noodles for an exaggerated caramelizing and charring effect. It was absolutely delicious!-
Linda Dias 4/08/2022 12:36 PMThat’s my go-to Thai dish!
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