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Angela Connell 4/28/2023 11:24 AMI find myself asking people to repeat themselves to make sure I understand what they're saying. I also repeat it in the way I heard it to see if were on the same page. It's been a great tool to ensure people are being heard.
Dano Boreman
"I'm on the road to Shambhala. "
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 287 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO250minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO1.0meatless or vegan mealconsumed
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UP TO15minutesspent learning
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UP TO250minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO180minutesbeing mindful
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UP TO4.0hoursvolunteered
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UP TO19conversationswith people
Dano's actions
Basic Needs & Security
Try a New Vegan or Vegetarian Recipe
I will try a new vegan or vegetarian recipe and share how it turns out on the Ecochallenge feed, or with family and friends.
Basic Needs & Security
Know Your Produce
SDG 2
I will become a savvy produce shopper when buying organic and non-organic items.
Economy & Communities
Chat With A Nonprofit
SDG 12
I will have a conversation with one or more nonprofit organizations I want to be involved with.
Health & Equity
Donate Food
SDG 3, 10
I will find out what food programs are in my area and donate food and/or other items that they request.
Health & Equity
Practice Mindfulness
SDG 3
I will spend 5 minutes each day practicing mindfulness.
Health & Equity
Communicate Constructively
SDG 16
I will use the communication methods I read about to practice effective, compassionate, and nonviolent communication with someone I interact with regularly (i.e., my roommate, parents, co-worker, partner, classmates, or children).
Education & Livelihood
Share Your Eco Habits
SDG 11
Through my Earth Month Ecochallenge feed, I will share with others an environmentally friendly habit I have cultivated.
Basic Needs & Security
Volunteer in My Community
SDG 1
I will volunteer 5 hours in my community.
Health & Equity
Spend Time Outside
SDG 3
I will replace 20 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.
Economy & Communities
Analyze Your Utility Bills
SDG 7
I spend 15 minutes analyzing my recent utility bills, which might include electricity, gas, or water to see what my current usage is and determine if I can reduce my energy and water use.
Climate & Ecosystems
Calculate Your Carbon Impact
SDG 13
I will calculate the carbon emissions associated with my household and consider how lifestyle changes could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment.
Climate & Ecosystems
How are you celebrating Earth 🌎 Day?
Post in the feed about your plans or an interesting event in your community.
Education & Livelihood
Week 2 - Spread the news on LinkedIn
Share your Ecochallenge experience on LinkedIn. Marketing has made it easy for us, repost from the Alliance page on 4/11.
Education & Livelihood
Week 2 - Share some Flair
Update your Microsoft Teams background or Email signature to reference the Ecochallenge
Education & Livelihood
Talk about the Ecochallenge with a Coworker
It's not too late to join the challenge! Share your experience or something you've learned with a coworker.
Education & Livelihood
Work-Life Balance
SDG 8
During the workday, I will schedule time for daily breaks during work days to practice work-life balance.
Education & Livelihood
Week 1 - Spread the news on LinkedIn
Share the Ecochallenge on LinkedIn. Be sure to tag @Alliance Technical Group and include #ecochallenge2023.
Participant Feed
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhat is easy for you to do when having a constructive conversation and what is challenging? What tips do you have for having a constructive conversation?
Dano Boreman 4/11/2023 4:32 PMI try to listen with the intention of understanding what the other person is trying to convey. When you listed to understand versus listening to respond, communication goes much more smoothly. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEducation & LivelihoodHow do you create new sustainability-related habits or change bad habits?
Dano Boreman 4/06/2023 1:06 PMSince June of 2022, we began recycling. We are making moves to compost and grow some of our own spices and vegetables. Starting small with hopes of doing more as we can! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhat are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time inside and on screens?
Dano Boreman 4/06/2023 1:04 PMReduced interaction with our fellow humans which in turn reduces empathy and our ability to relate.