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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?


  • Andie Anderson's avatar
    Andie Anderson 8/01/2019 7:48 PM
    Even though July is over, that doesn’t mean we give up what we’ve learned! I’m going to make a conscious effort to pick up more trash which is a pretty big deal for a germaphob like me!

  • Andie Anderson's avatar
    Andie Anderson 7/31/2019 5:44 PM
    Last day of Plastic Free July!! Finished it off with a habit I’ve continued since last year, refused the free toothbrush/toothpaste package from the dentist! 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Lifestyle Complete a Waste Audit
    What did you learn about the waste you create? Where can you reduce the most?

    Andie Anderson's avatar
    Andie Anderson 7/31/2019 5:43 PM
    I learned that I use A LOT of paper products!! I waste a lot more paper than I once thought. I use various forms of plastic, but smaller amounts of each. I definitely need to find ways to reduce my paper towel consumption. This proves difficult in employee restrooms and the gym (wiping down machinery after using it for the next guest). Is it plausible to expect employees to stop using paper towels and switch to hand towels or hand dryers? Is it logical to bring my own towel to the gym every night and add additional laundry to my ever growing pile? I’m not sure of the right answer here, but one thing I certainly need to do more of is eat more fresh produce with little packaging. That’s better for my health and the environment! 

  • Ashley Sutherland's avatar
    Ashley Sutherland 7/31/2019 1:55 PM
    We have been doing really well doing more things and being more aware of what we buy, use and do!

  • Debbi Stone's avatar
    Debbi Stone 7/31/2019 11:54 AM
    I’m disappointed in myself for not bringing a reusable container to dinner last night. Still, it’s in my brain now for future improvement!

  • Mandy Sperando's avatar
    Mandy Sperando 7/31/2019 11:27 AM
    Last day I’m gonna continue using the bamboo toothbrushes and informing others about the harm that plastic does to the environment.

  • Sabrina DiNella's avatar
    Sabrina DiNella 7/31/2019 11:06 AM
    Love this challenge can't wait to participate again next year!

  • Stephanie Gato's avatar
    Stephanie Gato 7/31/2019 9:19 AM
    Last day of plastic free July! 
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Lifestyle Homemade Cleaners
    What did you learn by making your own cleaning products? What is the biggest difference in making vs buying?

    Kathleen Cook's avatar
    Kathleen Cook 7/31/2019 9:03 AM
    It is cheaper in the long run to make your own!

  • Karen  Benson's avatar
    Karen Benson 7/31/2019 8:53 AM
    Finding plastic in the environment started early this morning on a walk. Happy I found it!