Simran Lavi B

Community Team

"Graceful living"

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
0 THIS WEEK
279 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

1.0

meatless or vegan meal

consumed
UP TO

1.0

donation

made
UP TO

2.0

trees

planted
UP TO

3.0

items

repaired

Simran's actions

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Climate & Ecosystems

Plant a Tree

SDG 15

On average, a tree absorbs 10 kilograms (22 pounds) of carbon dioxide yearly during the first 20 years. To do my part, I will plant 2 trees in my community, public parks, or backyard.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

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.

COMPLETED 27
DAILY ACTIONS

Economy & Communities

Mend Clothing

SDG 9

I will mend clothing for myself, family or friends.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Basic Needs & Security

Nature walk

To take a 15-minute walk in nature every day for the next one month

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Participant Feed

REFLECTION QUESTION
Education & Livelihood

How does practicing a work-life balance create a more sustainable life for you? How might it contribute to sustainability more broadly?
Simran Lavi B 4/27/2023 4:57 AM
Taking out time each day in between work to think and do things apart from work allows my mind to speak to me and helps me relax and fall asleep faster when I hit the bed. Hence giving me a good 8 hours of sleep.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health & Equity

Why do you donate food? How does it connect to your values?
Simran Lavi B 4/27/2023 4:49 AM
I absolutely detest wasting food. Lately, I have been more mindful about the quantity while purchasing groceries and food. and the leftovers are usually shared with my housekeep and neighbours.

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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?
Simran Lavi B 4/27/2023 4:47 AM
This was a tough one because I'm on top of the pyramid when it comes to fast fashion! But I started out by decluttering and making a charity box of things I don't use anymore. Midway through, I mended a few old items that can be used. It felt purposeful!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Climate & Ecosystems

How is planting trees good for your mental, physical, and spiritual health?
Simran Lavi B 4/27/2023 4:45 AM
Planting small trees and watching them grow and produce fruit is amazing! It is an ecstasy. Gardening helps keep me grounded and I feel very content and happy when I garden.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Basic Needs & Security

What was the dish you made, and how did it turn out? What did it feel like to try a new recipe? If you can share a picture, please do!
Simran Lavi B 4/27/2023 4:44 AM
I did not really make it myself, but I tried to be mindful with what I consume when I was on holiday to Thailand last week, and I tried a papaya salad that was vegan! Additionally, I snacked on fruits instead of processed foods.

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