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Katie Fisher

VU_PESC

"Working to better the world through my passion for sustainable agriculture, clean local food, and wholesome healthy lifestyles."

POINTS TOTAL

  • 0 TODAY
  • 0 THIS WEEK
  • 752 TOTAL

participant impact

  • UP TO
    295
    minutes
    spent outdoors
  • UP TO
    14
    meatless or vegan meals
    consumed
  • UP TO
    14
    organic meals
    consumed
  • UP TO
    105
    minutes
    not spent in front of a screen
  • UP TO
    140
    gallons of water
    have been saved

Katie's actions

Food

Choose Organic Ingredients

I will enjoy 2 meal(s) cooked with organic ingredients per day.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Gratitude

I will write down three things that I am grateful for each day OR reach out to thank someone who's doing something positive for our world's health and well-being each day.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Waste

Needs vs. Wants

I will adopt a "Needs Vs. Wants" approach and only buy things I need.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Eat Meatless Meals

I will enjoy 2 meatless meal(s) per day.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Track my Purchases

I will maintain a record of all my purchases.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Eat Mindfully

I will eat all of my meals without distractions, e.g., phone, computer, TV, or newspaper.

COMPLETED 6
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Buy Only What I Need

I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Study Breaks

I will take regular study breaks to de-stress.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Disconnect from Email

I will disconnect from my email when not working or studying.

COMPLETED 6
DAILY ACTIONS

Simplicity

Less Screen Time

I will replace 15 minute(s) of screen time per day with other activities.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

Audit Toxic Plastics

I will avoid buying toxic plastics, including polycarbonate, polystyrene and polyvinyl.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Simplicity

De-Clutter

I will de-clutter, clean, and donate or recycle unneeded items in my home.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Food

Watch a Documentary

I will watch a documentary about food with family and friends and talk about what we learned.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Study Outside

I will replace 20 minute(s) per day typically spent inside (computer time, watching television, etc.) with quality time outside.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Health

DIY Non-Toxic Cleaning

I will make my own cleaning products using non-toxic ingredients - improving air quality at home or school and also protecting human and environmental health.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Water

5-Minute Showers

I will save up to 20 gallons (75 L) of water each day by taking 5-minute showers.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Disable Screen Savers

I will disable screen savers and will put the computer to sleep instead, saving up to 28% % more energy.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Enjoy the Sunrise/Sunset

I will enjoy the sunrise and/or sunset each day.

COMPLETED 6
DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Ditch The Halogen Desk Lamp

I will replace my halogen desk lamp with an LED bulb.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Go for a Daily Walk

I will take a 20-minute walk outside each day.

COMPLETED 7
DAILY ACTIONS

Energy

Ditch The AC

I will use a fan instead of a window air conditioner.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Go for a Hike

I will take a 15-minute hike in nature.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Nature

Explore Campus Nature

I will spend time getting acquainted with the nature on or near my campus.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Support Pollution Reduction

I will learn about water and air quality issues in my area, how they are impacting human and environmental health, and how I can help.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Health

Audit Toxic Cleaning Products

I will research toxic chemicals found in cleaning supplies and personal care products and remove them from my home.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Food

Advocate for Food Options

I will advocate for local and/or organic food options on campus.

COMPLETED
ONE-TIME ACTION

Participant Feed

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    Katie Fisher 2/11/2018 6:07 PM
    I went to yoga today, it was a calm and restorative 60 minutes, and I am glad that I went.

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    Katie Fisher 2/10/2018 6:17 PM
    Brought my mason jar and pre-weighed it at Mom's Organic Market today to get my oats in bulk. I've been meaning to do this as I've seen the signs around the store promoting the process, but this challenge is the little boost I needed to make it happen! See my Instagram story for the photo evidence. 

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    Katie Fisher 2/09/2018 7:55 PM
    Today I am thankful for:
    1.) The constant support from my mom
    2.) The ability to run
    3.) The combination of mint tea and dark chocolate

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    Katie Fisher 2/08/2018 6:28 PM
    Day 4 of 7, many of these habits are noticeably practical, just be making small adjustments in my day-to-day life. I am already planning to keep these going past the challenge, they are rewarding too!

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    Katie Fisher 2/07/2018 4:26 PM
    Quite the rainy day at Villanova... Really enjoying my pledge to eat without looking at any type of screen. 

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    Katie Fisher 2/06/2018 1:16 PM
    I start my Tuesdays with lots of running and working out, and this aligns well with my goals toward mindfulness. I incorporate mindfulness by not looking at my phone until before my 11:30 class. I enjoy the time running and can focus completely on my strength routine and stretching afterwards without distractions. I enjoy the walk back from the locker room without the temptation. It is a change from my usual routine of a team practice, but I can appreciate the quiet/alone time.

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    Katie Fisher 2/05/2018 4:18 PM
    Check: Watched the sunrise while I was running this morning!

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    Katie Fisher 2/05/2018 8:29 AM
    Happy Day 1 of the Eco Challenge for Villanova! Lets get this going! Started off with an organic breakfast and packed my organic lunch. 

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    Katie Fisher 2/04/2018 6:23 PM
    Getting hyped for tomorrow! In practice already by washing my laundry on cold today with full loads. 

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    Katie Fisher 2/02/2018 9:56 AM
    Reusable mug at Holy Grounds for my Matcha!