Lisa Doherty
4/30/2024 9:54 AM
it provides a great feeling of accomplishment and anticipation as you see that apple tree grow knowing in the future it will bear fruit.
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REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Plant TreesHow is planting trees good for your mental, physical, and spiritual health?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Go Plastic-FreeWhere did plastic show up on your life that surprised you the most? What plastic alternative products did you discover you may switch to?
Lisa Doherty 4/30/2024 9:52 AMI would say the water bottles from single serve were the most prevalent in my household followed by the plastic zip lock bags. I've replaced the disposable bottles with reusable stainless steel and glass. Same with the plastic bags, using more glass containers to store food in my refrig. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests 30 for 30 in NatureWhat have you noticed about how it feels to spend consistent time outside?
Lisa Doherty 4/30/2024 9:49 AMEspecially with it being spring, I've noticed how I've forgotten how fresh everything is when it starts to green-up outside. There is a cool breeze but warm sunshine, it is a nice feeling. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Compost Food WasteNew to composting? Be sure to check out the action resource links to learn tips and more about it. As you transition from throwing food away to composting, what do you notice about how much you are tossing? How will you use your compost once it is ready?
Lisa Doherty 4/30/2024 9:46 AMI was surprised how much I could compost just from making a salad for my family.
Once the compost is ready, I have several gardens where I will use the material. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Dishwasher EfficiencyHow can your region/household prepare for changing water situations in order to become more resilient?
Lisa Doherty 4/30/2024 9:43 AMLess watering of outdoor plants when the weather reports are showing it will rain. Reduce the amount of excess water being used daily. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFreshwater + Oceans Understand My Water FootprintWhat did you learn about your water footprint and what are you going to do to reduce and be aware of the water you use?
Lisa Doherty 4/30/2024 9:41 AMIt was interesting to learn how much water is used daily. I am more mindful of running the water for different tasks and turn it off while multi-tasking. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONLand + Forests Explore My AreaWhere did you go for your walk or hike in nature? What were the benefits of doing so?
Marissa Elizondo 4/30/2024 5:37 AMI have a local park near my apartment. I explored trails on my bike I don't normally gravitate to. I got to see that so much of my city is connected by trails! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Declutter My Home Without the LandfillHow did it feel to intentionally declutter with putting things into the landfill? What did you learn along the way about yourself and our consumer and waste systems?
Marissa Elizondo 4/30/2024 5:36 AMIt felt good to see all the room that decluttering opened up in my home. I learned that I feel less anxious when I don't have as much clutter. With how much I decluttered it did concern me about how much waste we are okay with as a society. I tried to be mindful about how I got rid of things based on what I learned during this time. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONClimate + Air Consume only Needs vs WantsConsuming only what we need vs. what we want can be really hard to do. What has been challenging about committing to this action for a month? What have you learned about yourself? Will you change any habits going forward?
Marissa Elizondo 4/30/2024 5:33 AMIt was challenging because I can be bad about impulse buying. I learned that delayed gratification is just as good as instant and I will keep being mindful about my purchases. -
REFLECTION QUESTION
Biodiversity + Wildlife Volunteer in my CommunityHow does volunteering enhance your community and/or change your relationship with it?
Marissa Elizondo 4/30/2024 5:31 AMIt allows me to see the impact of giving my time to the community first hand.