Take action for a better shared future. Join the One Healthcare Ecochallenge!

April 1 - April 30, 2024

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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?

Kelsey Zielke 4/30/2024 6:42 PM

The start of the month came with some life curveballs. I’m glad I was able to finish the month more deliberately than it started. I think I’ve made some positive changes that I can keep up. I’m looking forward to next year.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
At Work Go Paperless

Have you considered doing a review of your work practices to see if there are opportunities to go digital with a process that has historically been paper-based at your organization?

Kelsey Zielke 4/30/2024 6:34 PM

I tend to print things out. I like the physical act of writing. I’m trying to be more mindful of what benefit I am getting from having something printed out versus using technology to minimize my need to print. Writing on a tablet is helping me get better at not printing documents and articles.

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sara mileni 4/30/2024 6:31 PM

it was a nice day to plant my asparagus! can't wait to start harvesting next year! I got 2-year-old roots, but you have to wait a year to harvest so they can become "established" in the ground or you will kill or effect the growth in the future. always research and read the instructions it comes with for planting and harvesting! next are Strawberrys and rhubarb.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health & Well-being Do Nature Activities

What did you observe while spending time outside -- through sight, sound, smell and/or touch? How did you feel after spending time outdoors?

Cecilia Wright 4/30/2024 6:03 PM

I noticed the birds. I heard a cardinal (which is the only song I recognize) and I stopped to look for him. The male and female cardinals sound different. It’s nice to take a few minutes to look at the birds.

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Bethany Hatlevig 4/30/2024 8:30 AM

It has been so much fun learning more about sustainability!! I am wondering, there were a few one-time actions that I haven't had time to finish yet, does anyone know if the educational resources will still be available after the challenge ends?

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Sarah Lindahl 4/30/2024 8:28 AM

I enjoyed seeing the difference, my one day a week working from home, makes on the environment. I also really liked watching how many water bottles I have saved by using my reusable one daily!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
At Home Switch to Cold Water

How else can you reduce the environmental footprint of clothing and textiles?

Bethany Hatlevig 4/30/2024 8:28 AM

To reduce waste of clothing, I am going to commit to shoping secondhand stores more often. I feel I already do a good job of donating clothes when I no longer use them. The last donation I made was 3 bags of clothes and household items to the Epilepsy Foundation. They came right to my house and did a no-contact pickup from the curb--so easy!!

Schedule a Pickup - Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (epilepsyfoundationmn.org)

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Sarah Lindahl 4/30/2024 8:25 AM

My biggest accomplishment during this challenge was planting the 25 lilacs and 25 red twig dogwood shrubs in my yard.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health & Well-being Go Get a Check Up

How do you practice self care? Why is it important?

Lana Stein 4/30/2024 7:52 AM

Preventative care can save a lot of time, $ and headaches!

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- Sarah Lindahl 4/30/2024 8:26 AM
  
  Meditation and exercise
  
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- Meghan Wolf 4/30/2024 8:33 AM
  
  This challenge gave me the push I needed to finally schedule an annual physical that was 3 years past due!
  
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Josh Yamauchi (St. Francis Regional Medical Center) 4/30/2024 7:14 AM

Let’s carry our efforts past this challenge and stay committed to daily actions that truly make a difference. Cheers to all that participate, we did it!

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