Alexa Fay
7/30/2019 12:26 PM
I have been working to be more aware of what I buy and where it comes from, and realizing where I can reduce my purchasing and create a sharing economy,
July 1 - July 31, 2019
Alexa Fay
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 739 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0conversationwith a person
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UP TO5.0minutesspent learning
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UP TO105pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO44plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO22public officials or leaderscontacted
Alexa's actions
Personal Care
Pearly Whites
I will purchase toothpaste in an aluminum tube or in a glass jar or make my own!
Personal Care
Brusha Brusha Brusha
I will replace my plastic toothbrush with a bamboo toothbrush.
Personal Care
Back in the Bowl
I will purchase refillable beauty products.
Food
Advocate For More Food Packaging Options
I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.
Family
Swap the Snacks
I will swap out 2 prepackaged snacks a day for fresh fruits or veggies.
Lifestyle
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Community
Write Letters or Emails
I will write 1 letter(s) or email(s) per day to a public official or company to advocate for planet-friendly policies.
Community
Keep My Community Clean
I will pick up 5 piece(s) of litter each day.
Community
Estimate Your Plastic Consumption and Go #PlasticNeutral
I will visit rePurpose website, complete the 3-minute plastic consumption calculator, and explore how I can reBalance my annual plastic footprint.
Personal Care
Fresh as a Daisy
I will use deodorant either from a bar or a jar or I will make my own.
Personal Care
Dam the Flow
I will use a menstrual cup and/or cloth pads
Create Your Own Action
Garden Party
I will garden at least once a week, and use the fruits and veggies grown in my garden before purchasing ones from the store.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONPersonal Care Back in the BowlWhy is it so difficult to understand the impacts our purchases and waste have on other people, animals, and places? How might your experience with this challenge impact your future consumption and choices?
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Alexa Fay 7/29/2019 11:19 AMI have loved becoming more mindful of the amount of waste I consume, and working towards finding sustainable solutions. Things I want to try now are wool balls for my dryer instead of dryer sheets and reusing bags at the store. -
Alexa Fay 7/22/2019 8:02 AMWorking on finding more sustainable options for my apartment after July is over! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPersonal Care Fresh as a DaisyDo some research on the toxic side affects of aluminum deodorant. After reading the side effects, can you think of instances where you may have experienced the side effects from this form of deodorant?
Alexa Fay 7/10/2019 9:14 AMI don't think I have experienced many side effects from store-bought deodorant, but making my own felt so good and it smelled amazing! -
Alexa Fay 7/07/2019 12:45 PMThis week I have been focusing on making some staples like essential oils and homemade breads that will make it so I don't have to purchase items wrapped in plastic. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONPersonal Care Dam the FlowDisposable tampons and menstrual pads are often quite expensive. What are the economic and personal benefits of this switch for you?
Alexa Fay 7/01/2019 9:13 AMIt feels great to have an action that not only stops plastic waste but also helps me have a more renewable and affordable menstrual cycle.