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Jillian Taylor

Emerson MSOL Houston GC

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Jillian'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.

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Share My Why

Take the Earth Month Ecochallenge Feedback Survey

I will take a short survey about my experience to help the Ecochallenge team improve future events, earn a chance to win a prize, and earn 15 points!

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Community and Connection

Become a Sustainability Aficionado or Invite a Colleague!

Become a Sustainability Aficionado or invite one of your colleagues to join if you're already tuned into the program. 

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Community and Connection

Join your local Green Team or participate in an Earth Month activity organized by them

Get involved! Join your local Green Team to connect and work on local sustainability initiatives. Or, participate in one of the many Earth Month activities they've organized.

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Land, Water, and Air

Begin a meeting with a “Sustainability Moment”

Kick off your meetings with a "Sustainability Moment" to keep environmental awareness top of mind. Even better, develop new "Sustainability Moments" tailored to your specific location and work, making the connection between sustainability and your daily activities even stronger!

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Land, Water, and Air

Learn about our new Sustainability Pathways initiative

Learn about our new Sustainability Pathways initiative and implement 1 action under each of the pillars from the most appropriate persona.

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Sustainable Innovation

Take the Green Pill Trainings on Emerson Learn

Learn about sustainability by taking two Green Pill modules on Emerson Learn. Choose the topics that appeal to you most!

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Land, Water, and Air

Understand My Water Footprint

Each of us has a water footprint, directly linked to our daily activities as well as the water required in the production of things we use each day. Understanding our water use is important for a healthy planet. I will calculate my water footprint and look for a few ways I can reduce consumption or waste, then share what I learned on the feed.

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Health and Well-Being

Prepare for Extreme Weather

Extreme weather events like hurricanes, wildfires, and floods can disrupt lives and upend our communities. I will take proactive steps to prepare for extreme weather by safeguarding my home and creating or updating an emergency plan and kit with essential supplies, evacuation routes, and contact information.

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Wildlife

Learn to Grow Plants Your Way

Growing plants can be rewarding and can create habitats big and small for wildlife. And, we can grow things almost anywhere! I will spend 60 minutes researching options for growing plants either inside or outside.

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Wildlife

Learn the 7 Principles of Leave No Trace

Leave No Trace means enjoying nature responsibly by minimizing our impact and leaving the environment as we found it, or better. I will spend 30 minutes learning about the seven core principles to minimize my impact while enjoying the outdoors.

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Health and Well-Being

Go Get a Check Up

Regular health check-ups help prevent problems before they start. I will schedule or attend a medical, dental, or mental health check-up to take care of my well-being.

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Health and Well-Being

Prioritize Getting Enough Sleep

Good sleep is essential for a healthy body and mind. I will prioritize getting 30 minutes of quality sleep each night and develop a bedtime routine that supports rest and relaxation.

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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.

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Land, Water, and Air

Calculate My Carbon Impact

Knowing our carbon footprint is the first step to reducing it. I will calculate my carbon impact and identify lifestyle changes that could reduce the carbon footprint and impacts on the environment. I will share my commitments to lowering my impact on the feed.

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Wildlife

Plant (or Adopt) a Plant

Landscaping with native plants, gardening, and having plants inside can have benefits for nature and our health. I will plant or adopt a new plant or grow one from seeds and post a photo of it to the feed.

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Participant Feed

  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Land, Water, and Air
    What was the most unexpected piece of trash that was picked up during your local cleanup effort? How does working with others to clean up your community make you feel?

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    Jillian Taylor 4/22/2025 9:37 AM
    We were unable to clean up the full area that we originally intended, but it was a good effort and we ended up with a few garbage bags filled. The most unexpected piece of trash would either be a feminine hygiene product or the bra on the road.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health and Well-Being
    What motivated you to schedule or attend your check-up, and how did it make you feel afterward that you completed this action?

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    Jillian Taylor 4/17/2025 5:33 PM
    I’ve had to go for skin checks since my family has had many cells needing to be removed. I have had two removed but the last two checkups have been clear. Skin cancer screening is important and if it runs in your family I found it is better to catch it early.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health and Well-Being
    What did you do to prepare for extreme weather events? Share any tips or resources you found helpful in the feed!

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    Jillian Taylor 4/13/2025 4:49 PM
    My grandmother always suggested keeping my cupboards stocked but rotating through the food. This year we tried to prepare for the heat more by finding ways like door stoppers so it works to maintain the efficiency of the house. We also added emergency battery chargers that we can use in power outages.

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      Lisa Brenskelle 4/13/2025 7:04 PM
      • TEAM CAPTAIN
      • 15-DAY STREAK
      solar chargers can work for small things like cell phones.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    How did it feel to plant something, and what kind of gardening did you do (indoors, hydroponic, outside in a garden, etc)? What did you plant and where? Feel free to share a photo to the feed!

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    Jillian Taylor 4/10/2025 4:12 PM
    Trying to start about 12 seedlings for herbs
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    Are you a gardener or house plant lover? Why or why not? What do you need to elevate your plant care skills?

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    Jillian Taylor 4/07/2025 6:03 PM
    I try gardening but am rarely successful. Partly due to over or under watering. I am trying to trust my first instinct with water and not add more just since I doubt myself. I just started seeds so we will see how they do.

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      Lisa Brenskelle 4/07/2025 6:46 PM
      • TEAM CAPTAIN
      • 15-DAY STREAK
      Good luck. I find that i can grow houseplants, but nothing edible. My green thumb is selective.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health and Well-Being
    Consider how many hours of sleep you get now. How would you like to shift your sleep patterns? What changes did you make to improve your sleep, and how did they affect your day?

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    Jillian Taylor 4/04/2025 4:39 PM
    I’m trying to get more sleep by actually falling asleep quicker when I climb into bed rather than lay awake. I have found the stretching from the research I’ve done for stress and calming has helped. Unfortunately last night I couldn’t get to bed early enough but tonight I will.

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    Jillian Taylor 4/04/2025 5:50 AM
    I didn't get the extra sleep last night, but I'm hoping that since tomorrow is the weekend I might be able to get some more sleep there. I am maintaining a new habit of stretching before bed, though, which has helped me fall asleep quicker.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Wildlife
    What is one way you can reduce your impact on nature the next time you spend time outdoors, and how might that action help preserve the environment for others?

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    Jillian Taylor 4/03/2025 4:20 PM
    I can pay more attention to where people have trod before and keep there instead of sometimes going off to find a good place to sit or rest. This will keep more of nature preserved and help keep others from following in my footsteps off the trail.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Health and Well-Being
    What resource or strategy stood out to you the most, and how might it help in managing anxiety?

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    Jillian Taylor 4/02/2025 4:48 PM
    I’m utilizing the mixture of stretching and mindful breathing with my early bedtime tonight to lower stress and promote sleep.

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      Jillian Taylor 4/05/2025 3:16 PM
      Thank you, Hasmita. I will have to try this!

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      Hasmita Shah 4/05/2025 12:21 AM
      • Foodie 🍱
      • 14-DAY STREAK
      I usually use (5-4-3-2-1 Method)

      Breathe and look around
      5 things you can see
      4 things you can touch
      3 things you can hear
      2 things you can smell

      It takes time to train our mind, but once you do its really helpfull
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Land, Water, and Air
    What surprised you most about your water footprint, and how did it influence your perspective on water use? What changes can you make to reduce your water consumption, and how will these impact your daily routine?

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    Jillian Taylor 4/01/2025 5:52 AM
    Highest consumption for water for me was diet and my cat's food as well. It was surprising how much water goes into cat food (as I already knew meat eaters tend to have more virtual water consumption).