MARY SHIPMAN

Allegheny County

POINTS TOTAL

0 TODAY
35 THIS WEEK
88 TOTAL

participant impact

UP TO

30

minutes

spent outdoors
UP TO

60

minutes

spent learning

MARY's actions

Land, Water, and Air

Attend Recycling & Waste Reduction Lunch & Learn

April 25

UNCOMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health and Well-Being

Enjoy the Outdoors for 30 Minutes

Studies have shown that when we spend consistent time in nature, our health improves, our creativity increases, and our connection to the planet gets stronger. Each day of the Ecochallenge, I will spend 30 minutes outside, then share my observations, reflections, and learnings on the feed.

COMPLETED 1
DAILY ACTION

Health and Well-Being

Explore Resources for Managing Anxiety

Anxiety can be overwhelming, but resources and strategies can help. I will spend 15 minutes exploring resources that help manage anxiety and stress to support my mental and psychological well being.

COMPLETED 2
DAILY ACTIONS

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?

REFLECTION QUESTION
Health and Well-Being

What resource or strategy stood out to you the most, and how might it help in managing anxiety?
MARY SHIPMAN 4/07/2025 5:20 AM
Listened to the Priest's homily. "bless them, change me" prayer in times of frustration and worry. Something I will incorporate multiple times throughout the day!

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Health and Well-Being

What did you observe or experience while spending time outside, and how did it affect you? How does connecting with nature enhance your physical and mental well-being?
MARY SHIPMAN 4/07/2025 5:17 AM
My flowers are pushing up. I need to buy vinegar and mulch. Great to be out of the house even for short time between rain drops.

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- Vikraman Parthiban 4/07/2025 5:21 AM
  
  Artist 🎨
  
  17-DAY STREAK
  Spending time in nature helps reduce stress, improve mood, and clear your mind. It boosts physical health by encouraging movement and fresh air, which is good for your body. Nature also helps you feel more relaxed, creative, and focused. The sights and sounds of nature make you feel calmer and can even help you sleep better. Overall, being outside makes you feel better mentally and physically.
  
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MARY SHIPMAN 4/03/2025 7:18 AM
Video about stopping smoking to reduce anxiety

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