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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?


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    JENNIFER ALVARO 4/30/2024 11:44 AM
    I'm already a big fan of recycling, repurposing and re-use so this is the way I have and will always live my life.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Action Track: Community ATTEND THE ECOCHALLENGE CONSERVATION WEBINAR
    What did you learn in the webinar? Did anything surprise you?

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    JENNIFER ALVARO 4/30/2024 11:42 AM
    After all the research I did personally, I didn't learn anything I didn't already know.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Freshwater + Oceans Reduce Pollutants in Cleaning
    What did you learn about ingredients in our cleaning products and how they impact water and biodiversity? Did you try making your own cleaning products? If so, how did it go?

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    JENNIFER ALVARO 4/30/2024 11:42 AM
    I'm using only baking soda and peroxide to clean my kitchen and bathrooms.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Freshwater + Oceans Understand My Water Footprint
    What did you learn about your water footprint and what are you going to do to reduce and be aware of the water you use?

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    JENNIFER ALVARO 4/30/2024 11:41 AM
    2 baths a week, washing hair once. Dish washing as I use them, to avoid filling the sink.
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    Freshwater + Oceans Raise Awareness for the Conservation of Freshwater and Oceans
    What did you learn about freshwater and oceans you did not already know? In sharing this information with people in your life, which conversation was impactful to you?

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    JENNIFER ALVARO 4/30/2024 11:40 AM
    Many 3rd world countries still pollute the ocean water with rubbish...it's a shame!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Freshwater + Oceans Use a Reusable Water Bottle
    What did you learn about the amount of plastic we consume and what actions will you take to reduce your use of plastic?

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    JENNIFER ALVARO 4/30/2024 11:39 AM
    4 Ocean programs are amazing for repurposing plastic found in the waterways.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Freshwater + Oceans Say No to Plastic Straws
    What single-use items (e.g. straws, coffee cups, vegetable bags, plastic bags) do you regularly use? What could be substituted instead?

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    JENNIFER ALVARO 4/30/2024 11:38 AM
    Wood stirrers for coffee, using only washable mugs. reusable bags for produce and grocerys. Never taking home a plastic bag unless re-useable bags are not readily available.

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      Aria Villalvazo 4/30/2024 11:51 AM
      Let’s continue to work together towards a greener and healthier Planet every day.!!!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Freshwater + Oceans Dishwasher Efficiency
    How can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?

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    JENNIFER ALVARO 4/30/2024 11:36 AM
    I wash my dishes as I use them eliminating the need to fully fill the sink!
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Freshwater + Oceans Smart Seafood Choices
    Many states and countries have advisories on eating fish. Find out what is advised for your region. Do you think your diet choices fall within these guidelines? What steps do you need to take to make sure that they do?

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    JENNIFER ALVARO 4/30/2024 11:35 AM
    Wild caught seafood only, preferrably local sourced.

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    JENNIFER ALVARO 4/30/2024 11:34 AM
    Repurposing gardening equipment with paint and cleaning to prolong the life of the tools.