Tammy Coor
4/29/2022 8:30 AM
It is hard to shut my brain off. It takes practice. I am getting better about not feeling guilty for practicing mindfulness.
Tammy Coor
"IMPACT TAKES A TEAM!"
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 1,025 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO806minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO266minutesspent learning
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UP TO53meatless or vegan mealsconsumed
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UP TO588minutesnot spent in front of a screen
Tammy's actions
Health & Equity
Learn About Equitable Food Access
SDG #10 Reduced Inequalities
I will spend 5 minutes learning about equitable food access and how I can advocate for healthy and fresh food in my region.
Basic Needs & Security
Calculate Your Water Footprint
SDG #6 Water & Sanitation
I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste.
Health & Equity
Practice Mindfulness
SDG #3 Health & Well-Being
I will spend 10 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.
Basic Needs & Security
Reduce Animal Product Consumption
SDG #2 Zero Hunger
I will enjoy 1 meatless meal(s) and/or 1 vegan meal(s) each day this week.
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.
Climate & Ecosystems
Reduce Single-Use Plastics
SDG #14 & 15
Throughout the day, I will note the single-use plastics I use and consider the reusable options available to me.
Climate & Ecosystems
Participate in Comerica's Master of Sustainability Awareness Program
I will sign up for Comerica's Master of Sustainability Awareness Program and will work on my MSA Seedling level certification (or higher certifications for existing MSA participants).
Basic Needs & Security
Get To Know Your Watershed
SDG #6 Water & Sanitation
I will spend 10 minutes learning about my watershed and the particular water issues my region faces.
Health & Equity
Spend Time Outside
SDG #3 Health & Well-Being
I will replace 30 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.
Climate & Ecosystems
Learn About Invasive Species
SDG #14 & 15
I will spend 5 minutes learning about invasive species and ways to reduce their impacts.
Climate & Ecosystems
Explore My Area
SDG #14 & 15
Each day, I will spend 5 minutes exploring a new area around my neighborhood (e.g., park, water body, nearby trail, community garden, green space, etc.).
Participant Feed
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Tammy Coor 4/29/2022 8:31 AMI have been able to complete my challenges. It does take effort and work but it has created awareness which is what is important. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhat was it like to practice mindfulness? If this is a practice for you already, what was something new you understood in practicing during Earth Month?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhat are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time inside and on screens?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate & EcosystemsHow can spending more time outdoors enhance your sense of place? Was there a new place in your region that was exciting to learn about and visit?
Tammy Coor 4/27/2022 8:36 AMThis area around Austin has so many parks to explore. So much nicer and healthier than watching TV. -
Tammy Coor 4/25/2022 8:36 AMWatershed Protection protects lives, property and the environment of our community by reducing the impact of flood, erosion and water pollution.
Austin is particularly vulnerable to these problems due to our torrential downpours and rocky landscape. We have a multi-tiered approach including a wide variety of ongoing programs such as Grow Green and the Lady Bird Lake Cleanup Crew; construction projects such as stormwater ponds and streambank restorations; and regulations to help prevent future problems. We are mostly funded by the drainage charge on utility bills.
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Tammy Coor 4/18/2022 10:47 AMI joined this challenge to make a difference and make my footprint smaller for all generations. But, also to be a good example to my children and grandchildren.-
Chayn Frederick 4/18/2022 2:57 PMLove that Tammy. I believe we should all share why we decided to join this challenge. Anyone else would like to share? If so, you can type your response directly into the chat box under category "Feed"
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityWhat was the tastiest meatless or vegan meal you ever had or had recently? Did you make it? Can you share a recipe?
Tammy Coor 4/15/2022 8:21 AMI had Califlower chicken nuggets. Just ok, Just ok-
Jack Daniel 4/20/2022 2:46 PM
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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate & EcosystemsWhat is one invasive species in your region and how does it impact your region's ecosystem?
Tammy Coor 4/12/2022 8:53 AMNutria//I saw some of these are my last trip to Oregon
Myocastor CoypusIn Oregon, the nutria is considered an invasive species.
The nutria is a large rat-like semiaquatic rodent. The species has a hunched body; a round, nearly hairless tail; a valvular mouth and nose; and pentadactyl feet with naked soles. The toes of the hind feet, except for the hallux, are included in a web. As an adaption to the aquatic environment, the eyes, nostrils, and small ears are set high on the sides. The pelage consists of long, course guard hairs and soft, dense underfur. Overall, the color usually ranges from dark brown to yellow-brown. The muzzle is frosted with white hairs. The skull of the nutria is heavy and somewhat angular, like that of the porcupine.
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Tammy Coor 4/11/2022 8:08 AMI am making an impact everyday! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityWhat surprised you about the two produce lists? How will you use these lists for your grocery shopping? Have you used these lists before?
Tammy Coor 4/05/2022 1:48 PMNOTE: A small amount of sweet corn, papaya and summer squash sold in the United States is produced from genetically modified seeds. Buy organic varieties of these crops if you want to avoid genetically modified produce.
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