Kristen Roth
4/25/2023 5:08 AM
Its taking away from the social aspects of the culture, and people are losing their connection to nature.
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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 QUESTIONHealth & EquityWhat are the implications for a culture that spends most of its time inside and on screens?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityWhat was one of your most memorable volunteer experiences, and why? What would you like to volunteer for next, and why?
Kristen Roth 4/24/2023 5:35 AMI love walking the dogs at the local animal shelter, its nice to see how happy it makes them to get extra time outside -
Bernadette Kiser 4/24/2023 5:09 AMTo reduce the need to clean my shower with hazardous chemicals, I started using a squeegee or a Norwex Environcloth to wipe down my shower when I finished. It's amazing how much cleaner your shower will be just by taking a couple of minutes when you're done to wipe it down (you don't get the build-up). -
Bernadette Kiser 4/23/2023 1:28 AMToday my sister and I took my granddaughter to an Earth Day celebration. We learned about composting and what you can and cannot compost in your own yard, got seed bombs, and enjoyed a beautiful day outside (until a storm came up!). Oh! And we got to meet a miniature pony.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate & EcosystemsWhat is one way you will reduce your carbon footprint? What is a practice you already have that helps you reduce your carbon footprint?
Bernadette Kiser 4/21/2023 7:42 PMOne way I will reduce my carbon footprint is by eating more seasonal foods and locally sourced fruits and vegetables. One practice I already have that helps reduce my carbon footprint is to donate the items I no longer use. I know there is always someone else who can use it and if it saves them money it makes me even happier. -
Bernadette Kiser 4/21/2023 7:24 PMAnother way I've created more sustainable habits is to switch from liquid laundry detergent to Norwex Eco-Wash Laundry Detergent Strips. They're ultra-concentrated, 60% biobased, packaged in an eco-friendly cardboard sleeve, and free from all of these harmful chemicals:- Chlorine bleach
- Synthetic dyes and fragrances
- Phosphates
- Ammonia
- SLS/SLES
- Phthalates
- EDTA
- Parabens
- Preservatives
- 1,4 Dioxane
- Ethylene Oxide
- Fillers
- Optical brighteners
- Not formulated with ‘Formaldehyde Donors’.
And I can safely use them on my new grandbaby's clothes when she's here! -
Bernadette Kiser 4/19/2023 7:16 PMTo eliminate waste, I have begun using the Norwex On-the-Go utensil set that includes a reusable straw and bamboo utensils. I also have replaced plastic snack and storage bags with Norwex reusable food storage bags.
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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?
Kristen Roth 4/18/2023 6:27 AMMy favorite is the Eggplant Parmesan
If you are considering trying more vegan meals, Purple Carrot is a great way to start, you can pick out some recipes and they send you the ingredients.
https://www.purplecarrot.com/plant-based-recipes/eggplant-parmesan-with-garlicky-tomato-sauce-lemon-basil-couscous -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBasic Needs & SecurityWhat 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!
Kristen Roth 4/18/2023 6:20 AMI used Purple Carrot and tried 3 different meals: Curry Roasted Cauliflower Bowls, Miso-Butter Brown Rice with Crispy Mushrooms and Togarashi, and Portobella Torolleni, Delicious! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONEducation & LivelihoodHow does practicing a work-life balance create a more sustainable life for you? How might it contribute to sustainability more broadly?
Bernadette Kiser 4/17/2023 7:31 PMPracticing a work-life balance creates a more sustainable life for me because I get things done that I need to instead of letting them pile up. It helps my mental health to spend time outdoors and to visit with my neighbor. Improved mental health helps me think more clearly about what I'm doing in terms of the environment and the world around me. When I separate from my work at the end of the day and shut down my computer it contributes to saving electricity.
