Catherine Covey
"My mission is to be mindful of the affects of my actions, knowing that it all starts here, for the duration of this challenge and beyond."
POINTS TOTAL
- 0 TODAY
- 0 THIS WEEK
- 347 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO88gallons of waterhave been saved
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UP TO280minutesspent exercising
Catherine's actions
Sustainability
Sign a Petition
I will sign a petition in support of an environmental or social initiative.
Waste
TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR OF A RECYCLING FACILITY
I will take a virtual tour of the Greater Wenatchee Regional Landfill. Action Resource > >
Energy
Heat and Cool Naturally
I will naturally heat and cool my house, office, or dorm room by opening or closing my windows, curtains, and blinds, and by using fans.
Waste
Recycle Everything I Can
I will recycle all materials that are accepted by local haulers or drop stations in my community.
Food
Whole Foods Diet
I will enjoy 3 meal(s) per day free of processed foods.
Water
Brush My Teeth Without Running Water
I will save up to 8 gallons (30 L) of water each day by turning it off while brushing my teeth.
Energy
Switch to Cold Water
I will switch to washing my clothes in cold water, saving up to 1,600 lbs of C02 over the course of the next year.
Transportation
Contribute to building the vision for public transit's future
I will complete the Link Transit questionnaire (MAY 20th DEADLINE) at letsthinklink.org. Action Resource > >
Nature
Explore my Area
I will explore at least one new hiking trail or nature walk in my area.
Health
Avoid refined sugar
I will adopt a diet free of refined sugars, which eliminates sweetened beverages, candy, and processed foods.
Health
Exercise Daily
I will exercise daily for 20 minute(s) per day for two weeks.
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?
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Catherine Covey 5/26/2017 4:30 PMNow that was a rewarding couple of weeks for a bunch of reasons. I think my very favorite part was seeing the cumulative effects of everybody working toward a common goal. Thanks for the hard work and putting this on. We are already thinking about next year and our strategies. -
Catherine Covey 5/24/2017 6:01 PMI am loving this challenge. I has reminded me of being mindful and how the smallest good habit can have an huge impact. -
Catherine Covey 5/22/2017 6:36 PMTime flies when your having fun! Tenth day of fourteen already! -
Catherine Covey 5/20/2017 6:02 PMThe total benefits of this challenge are really racking up especially when totaled between all of the participants. It is amazing what mindfulness can do! -
Catherine Covey 5/19/2017 7:38 PMHere we are one week into it and going strong! Lots of positive changes taking place for lots of peeps! -
Catherine Covey 5/18/2017 7:37 PMAs these days pass, my new good habits are starting to feel a bit more automatic! I hope I can maintain them after we are through! -
Catherine Covey 5/17/2017 9:14 PMI have been using cold water while doing my laundry, so far so good. -
Catherine Covey 5/16/2017 6:27 PMFour days in and enjoying the discipline of the challenge. -
Catherine Covey 5/15/2017 2:37 PMThis challenge is fun! Our team is working together along with a bunch of other teams and it easy to see the positive cumulative effect which for me is felt inwardly as well. Such a good reminder that positive energy is contagious! -
Catherine Covey 5/13/2017 2:34 PMI am happy the challenge has started. My exercise and food will be on target thanks to the desire to score points. Go ICG!