Beth Froschauer
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 486 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0locally sourced mealconsumed
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UP TO51whole food mealsconsumed
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UP TO460gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO59single-use bagsnot sent to the landfill
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UP TO933pounds of CO2have been saved
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UP TO690milesnot traveled by car
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UP TO5.0itemsdonated
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UP TO1.0local or diverse businesssupported
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UP TO5.0healthcare connectionsmade
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UP TO1,050minutesnot spent in front of a screen
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UP TO720minutesspent exercising
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UP TO20minutes spentlearning
Beth's actions
At Work
Work From Home
I will work from home 5 day(s) to avoid my commute's carbon output.
In Our Communities
Support Diverse and Locally-Owned Businesses
I will promote equity and support my community by purchasing items at 1 diverse- and/or locally-owned businesses.
In Our Communities
Drive Less
I will cut my car trip mileage by only taking necessary trips, or walking and biking instead.
At Home
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of CO2 over the course of the next year.
At Home
Shorter Showers
I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.
At Home
Whole Foods Diet
I will enjoy 2 meal(s) each day free of processed foods.
Health & Well-being
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.
In Our Communities
Use Reusable Bags
I will refuse 3 of single-use paper or plastic bags each day by bringing my own reusable bags or carrying purchased goods another way.
Health & Well-being
Less Screen Time
I will replace 20 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities, and limit my social media use to once per day.
At Home
Repair an Item
I will repair an item, such as clothing or an appliance, for myself, a friend, family member, or neighbor.
In Our Communities
Donate Items
I will help others in need and prevent useful items from going to landfill by donating 20 items.
One Healthcare
Medical Device Reprocessing
I will spend 20 minutes learning about the items my organization collects for medical device reprocessing and share this information with colleagues.
In Our Communities
Buy From a Farmers Market
I will purchase produce and/or meat from a local farmers market or food co-op to make 10 locally-sourced meals.
At Work
Stay Connected
I will schedule coffee breaks, lunches, and/or check-in meetings with 5 coworkers to promote connectivity in my workplace.
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 QUESTIONIn Our Communities Use Reusable BagsWhat do you do if you find yourself in the situation of needing a bag for items, but don't have a reusable one with you or aren't allowed to use the one you brought? What tips do you have for others who are trying to form a habit of using reusable bags?
Beth Froschauer 4/15/2024 9:44 AMIf I find myself without a reusable bag I usually take the cart to my car without any bags and load items in my trunk then use my reusable bags at home to unload the car.-
Laurita Long 4/22/2024 11:12 AMMe too! Because you know where the reusable bags are - MY TRUNK! -
Barbara Hamilton 4/15/2024 11:52 AMGreat strategy, Beth.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONAt Home Whole Foods DietWhat benefits do whole foods and plant-based foods have on health and the environment?
Beth Froschauer 4/04/2024 8:03 AMEating whole foods and plant-based foods reduces saturated fat, trans fat, added sugars in the diet also reduces consumption of chemical ingredients.-
Adelle Engmann 4/09/2024 1:19 PMI find whole foods also keep you more energized and fuller for longer throughout the day! -
Barbara Hamilton 4/04/2024 1:40 PMPlants are amazing! Awesome, Beth!
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