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Crystal Sanderson

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"Would like to make a habit of reducing my family's plastic consumption."

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 436 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    15
    disposable cups
    not sent to the landfill
  • UP TO
    28
    plastic containers
    not sent to the landfill

Crystal's actions

Food

Use Reusable Containers

I will only use reusable containers instead of single-use plastic storage items (such as plastic wrap, single-use sandwich bags).

COMPLETED 15
DAILY ACTIONS

Pets

Rubber Glove Pet Hair Removal

I will use a rubber glove to remove pet hair from clothes, carpets and furniture.

COMPLETED 8
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Use a Reusable Mug / Collapsible Cup

I will avoid sending 1 disposable cup(s) to the landfill per day by using a reusable mug or bringing my own collapsible cup.

COMPLETED 15
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Use Reusables at Work

I will use reusable dishes and silverware when eating at work.

COMPLETED 13
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Minimize Packaging

I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.

COMPLETED 12
DAILY ACTIONS

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?

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Pets Rubber Glove Pet Hair Removal
    We know you want to - tell us about why your pet is so awesome!

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    Crystal Sanderson 7/24/2019 2:43 PM
    My dog probably uses more single use plastic than anything else in my daily life. He only poops on walks and I use plastic bags to pick it up. I found this article on dog waste and options for composting, flushing and/or biodegradable plant based bags:  https://www.rover.com/blog/truth-about-biodegradable-poop-bags-in/ I just ordered some biodegradable bags which hopefully is a better option that what I'm currently doing.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Use Reusable Containers
    How can you think outside the box (or bag!) when it comes to disposables?

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    Crystal Sanderson 7/17/2019 1:48 PM
    For all the cheapskates... I've been buying a watermelon the last couple of weeks rather than berries in containers. It's so refreshing when it's cold and is less expensive than pretty much any other fruit. Also went to Baja Fresh the other day and was reminded that they only charge $1 for a soft drink when you bring your own cup and you don't need to buy their plastic cups. They will honor this with any cup. I believe it's $2.50 when you use a disposable cup. IE $3 savings for two people's lunch.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Minimize Packaging
    With the added mindfulness of reducing your packaging, what have you noticed about the amount and type of single use plastics used for packaging when you shop in the grocery store?

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    Crystal Sanderson 7/17/2019 1:40 PM
    There are single use plastics everywhere. I'm not going to eliminate all plastic, but I'm improving.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Use Reusables at Work
    It is often true that we only have control over our own actions and not the collective community. How can you lead by example when it comes to switching disposables for reusable dishes in your community?

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    Crystal Sanderson 7/17/2019 1:36 PM
    It is good to lead by example, but if people don't notice you're doing something, they'll keep on their merry way. It's relatively easy to influence my spouse when I speak up and once we get in a groove, there's no going back. Probably should branch out and talk to other friends and family members.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Use a Reusable Mug / Collapsible Cup
    Great job on getting rid of your disposable cup habit! How does it make you feel? What's next on your list to reduce your waste?

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    Crystal Sanderson 7/09/2019 12:50 PM
    Need to consider disposable items I consume and how to reduce. Food is obviously high on the list. Would like to try making my own yogurt, shopping at the farmer's market for bread and produce without plastic containers.