Maris Sattely

The Hartford - HEAT Team

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Maris's actions

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.

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Economy & Communities

Learn About & Practice Sustainable Fashion

SDG #12 Consumption & Production

Each day, I will spend 5 minutes learning about sustainable fashion so that I can engage in this practice.

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Climate & Ecosystems

Support Local Pollinators

SDG #15 Life On Land

At least 30% of crops and 90% of flowering plants rely on pollinators to produce fruit. I will spend 10 minutes researching which plants support local pollinators and plant some in my area.

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Health & Equity

Cleaning Product Ingredients

SDG #3 Health & Well-Being

I will spend 10 minutes each day studying the toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies, personal care, and pet products around my home.

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Health & Equity

Practice Mindfulness

SDG #3 Health & Well-Being

I will spend 5 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.

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Economy & Communities

Mend Clothing

SDG #9 Industry & Infrastructure

I will mend a piece of clothing for myself, family or friends.

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Economy & Communities

Induction Cooking

SDG #7 Energy

I will spend 10 minutes learning about induction cooking and consider if I could add this to my food prep methods.

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Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Health & Equity

What 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?
Maris Sattely 4/27/2022 5:07 AM
I usually have a difficult time practicing mindfulness as my mind races and constantly thinks about all the things that I have to do. I have slowly been able to clear my mind a little more to allow myself to relax. It is still a work in progress.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health & Equity

What was surprising about the ingredients in your cleaning supplies, personal care, and pet products?
Maris Sattely 4/22/2022 5:25 AM
I was very surprised to learn that a lot of the cleaning supplies that I use contain toxic ingredients. I was saddened by the fact that there is not a stricter restriction on chemicals that can be used in products, especially with the known harmful effects.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Economy & Communities

What was it like to mend your clothing? If you are skilled at mending, what tips do you have for others?
Maris Sattely 4/22/2022 5:23 AM
It did not take very long to mend a pair of leggings and socks! It felt great to accomplish this and also saved me some money! Very simple. I will do this more often, rather than discarding.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Climate & Ecosystems

Why is it important to take care of pollinators? Do you have a favorite pollinator?
Maris Sattely 4/21/2022 5:24 AM
It is important to take care of pollinators because they keep this world alive! My favorite pollinator is the monarch butterfly. I see them often around my area and they are easy to breed and release.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Basic Needs & Security

What surprised you about the two produce lists? How will you use these lists for your grocery shopping? Have you used these lists before?
Maris Sattely 4/21/2022 5:08 AM
I was surprised that the amount of pesticides used on produce, especially strawberries, is even allowed. I try to always buy organic, but I will now use these lists for my grocery shopping. There were some items that I do not need to buy organic for, which I was, so this is helpful.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Economy & Communities

Would you consider using an induction cooking surface? If you have used one before, what do you like about induction cooking?
Maris Sattely 4/08/2022 5:15 AM
I would consider using an induction cooking surface! I have never used one before. I currently have gas stove, but would consider purchasing a portable one. Fascinating how it works and terrific as to the environmental impacts.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Economy & Communities

How can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?
Maris Sattely 4/01/2022 1:52 PM
I believe facial expressions, smiles and a person's eyes reveal their personality, creativity and values!

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Maris Sattely 4/01/2022 1:49 PM
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Maris Sattely 4/01/2022 1:49 PM
Good day!!! So excited to start the ECO Challenge! I am here because I see the importance of preserving our Environment for us and our children and future generations! I also love to learn!

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Maris Sattely 3/31/2022 4:52 AM
Getting ready to start the Eco Challenge! I cannot wait!!

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