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Katy King

Team Green

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 181 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    55
    minutes
    being mindful
  • UP TO
    160
    minutes
    spent exercising
  • UP TO
    25
    more servings
    of fruits and vegetables
  • UP TO
    60
    minutes
    spent learning

Katy's actions

Land, Water, and Air

Join a Cleanup Effort

Working together to clean up public spaces helps the environment and builds community. I will participate in 1 community cleanup efforts in my neighborhood or local area.

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Wildlife

Learn about Native Species

The world is full of unique species that all play an important role in nature. I will spend 60 minutes learning what the native plants and wildlife are in my region.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Land, Water, and Air

Save Water When Washing Dishes

Dishwashers can save water — if used wisely. I will only run the dishwasher when it’s full and skip the pre-rinse to reduce water and energy use. If I don't have a dishwasher, I will turn off the tap as often as possible while washing dishes.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Health and Well-Being

Exercise Daily

Daily movement supports our physical and mental health. I will spend 30 minutes each day exercising in a way that feels good to me, such as walking, running, stretching, or dancing.

COMPLETED 5
DAILY ACTIONS

Health and Well-Being

Meditate

Meditation helps build resilience and clarity. I will spend 15 minutes each day to meditate or create a moment of silence each day to reflect on things important to me.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

Health and Well-Being

Enjoy Fruits and Veggies

Adding fruits and vegetables to our meals nourishes our body and the planet. I will prepare and enjoy 6 servings of a variety of colorful fruits and veggies.

COMPLETED 4
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    What native species did you learn about in your area, and how do they contribute to your local ecosystem or community? How might your community change if these native species disappeared?

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    Katy King 4/24/2025 1:22 PM
    I spent part of the day learning about Lactuca Serriola. Common names are wild lettuce, prickly lettuce, and opium lettuce. It grows like crazy here outside of Phoenix. I have a few in my backyard that got really tall and I decided to harvest them to make a tincture. I listened to some herbalism podcasts that I follow and learned a bunch of different uses for it. It is a pain reliever and a mild sedative with an affinity for the nervous system. My tincture is macerating, and I'll have backyard medicine ready in about a month!

    • Jen McCutchen's avatar
      Jen McCutchen 4/24/2025 1:24 PM
      • Foodie 🍱
      • 15-DAY STREAK
      This is so wonderful! I'm a big fan of nature providing health, but how wonderful that it grows right in your yard AND that you know how to extract the goodness. Way to go, Katy!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Land, Water, and Air
    How did changing your dishwashing habits make you more mindful of water use? What other small changes can you make to conserve water in your household?

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    Katy King 4/07/2025 2:37 PM
    I used to be way more conscious of my water usage, and this challenge helped me see that I have let it slide a bit. I'm stoked to get back on track!

    • Kathleen Schlicht's avatar
      Kathleen Schlicht 4/07/2025 3:02 PM
      • TEAM CAPTAIN
      • Pet Parent 🐾
      • 16-DAY STREAK
      I love participating in the Ecochallenge for this very reason :) Keep up the good work!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health and Well-Being
    How does eating more fruits and vegetables and less meat positively affect yourself, other people, and our planet? What fruits or vegetables did you try this week, and which was your favorite?

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    Katy King 4/07/2025 2:36 PM
    I have a daily goal of consuming 20 plants. It's not hard when I start every day with a smoothie and then use spices like crazy on everything else!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health and Well-Being
    What did you notice about your thoughts or emotions during or after meditation? Did you find it easy or challenging to meditate?

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    Katy King 4/07/2025 2:34 PM
    I rarely WANT to meditate, and I am always grateful when I take the time.

    • Kristi Trujillo's avatar
      Kristi Trujillo 4/09/2025 9:56 AM
      • TEAM CAPTAIN
      • Foodie 🍱
      • 7-DAY STREAK
      I'm sure your body, mind and soul thank you when you meditate :) I've been trying to do some walking meditations and can send you some links if you like

    • Tara Ross's avatar
      Tara Ross 4/08/2025 6:21 AM
      • Book Lover 📚
      • 17-DAY STREAK
      Katy,
      I've been meditating for over two years, and I find myself that if I don't meditate, I'm a little cranky on calls. It keeps me calm during the day. Keep pushing to do it!!!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health and Well-Being
    How did exercising each day impact your physical or mental well-being? What activity did you enjoy most, and why?

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    Katy King 4/07/2025 2:29 PM
    It's about time I start tracking my days, haha! I took a 20-minute dance break already today, and I am off to climb Silly Mountain, which is more like a big hill. :)