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Welcome to Earth Month Ecochallenge 2026!

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Earth Month Ecochallenge 2026
April 1 - April 30, 2026
Michelle Rochelle's avatar

Michelle Rochelle

Team Green

Michelle's points

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 201 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    30
    minutes
    being mindful
  • UP TO
    270
    minutes
    of additional sleep
  • UP TO
    244
    minutes
    spent exercising
  • UP TO
    3.0
    community events
    hosted or attended
  • UP TO
    78
    minutes
    spent learning

Michelle's actions

Community

Join a Group

Belonging to a group can help build friendships and a sense of purpose. I will explore online or in-person groups or clubs that share my interests or goals and join a group to connect with others.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Take the Pre-Survey

Take the Pre-Event Survey

I’ll take a short pre-survey to share what motivated me to join — and earn 15 points! (If I already took the survey by email, I’ll just mark this action complete to get my points.)

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Personal

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 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Community

Attend a Local Event

Local events such as farmers' markets, festivals, or community meetings like town halls are great ways to feel part of a community. I will attend 2 community events to connect with others and learn more about my area.

COMPLETED 3
DAILY ACTIONS

Personal

Prioritize Getting Enough Sleep

Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 300 minutes of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Personal

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 6
DAILY ACTIONS

Personal

Explore Resources for Managing Anxiety

Anxiety can be overwhelming, but resources and strategies can help. I will spend 11 minutes exploring resources that help manage anxiety and stress to support my mental and psychological well being.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

Participant Feed

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Personal
    What did you notice about your thoughts or emotions during or after meditation? How might mindfulness or calmness support your well-being day to day?
    Michelle Rochelle's avatar
    Michelle Rochelle 4/01/2026 11:33 AM
    At the beginning of the meditation, I had a hard time clearing my thoughts and felt mentally restless. It took some time for my mind to settle, but as the meditation went on, I noticed my body relaxing and my thoughts slowing down. Toward the end, I almost felt like I had fallen asleep, which made me realize just how tense or mentally busy I had been beforehand. This experience showed me that even when it’s difficult to quiet my mind at first, mindfulness can gradually bring a sense of calm. Carrying that calmness into daily life could help me feel more grounded, reduce stress, and approach situations with greater patience and clarity.
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    • Kristi Trujillo's avatar
      Kristi Trujillo 4/01/2026 3:05 PM
      • TEAM CAPTAIN
      Love this for you Michelle Rochelle! Hope to see you at more of our Mindful Monday meditations :)
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Community
    What did you enjoy or learn from attending a local event in your community? How do local traditions and gatherings build resilience and strengthen your community’s identity?
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    Michelle Rochelle 4/01/2026 8:30 AM
    We enjoyed attending our local lower-level hockey team game because we’re starting to learn the players’ names, I’m learning the rules of the sport, and it’s been a fun way to connect with the team. Local traditions and gatherings like this build resilience and strengthen community identity by bringing people together regularly and giving us shared experiences, including exploring nearby restaurants and supporting something local.
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Community
    How did joining a group make you feel more connected or supported?Why do you think belonging to a group helps people face challenges more effectively?
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    Michelle Rochelle 4/01/2026 8:27 AM
    Attending my first group meeting helped me feel more connected and less isolated after moving to a new city, especially since working from home has made meeting people challenging. Belonging to a group helps people face challenges more effectively because shared experiences, support, and encouragement remind you that you’re not alone.
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  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Personal
    How did improving your sleep affect your energy, focus, or mood? What role does rest play in helping you feel more balanced and capable of handling challenges?
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    Michelle Rochelle 4/01/2026 8:24 AM
    Improving my sleep boosted my energy, sharpened my focus, and made me truly ready to take on the day and its challenges.
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    • Kristi Trujillo's avatar
      Kristi Trujillo 4/01/2026 3:08 PM
      • TEAM CAPTAIN
      Get it Michelle! Getting to bed early and making sure I have enough sleep can be challenging but the results of being more focused and capable of handling daily challenges is worth it!
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