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The People's Ecochallenge 2024

October 1 - October 31, 2024

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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?

REFLECTION QUESTION
Health Go Get a Check Up

How do you practice self care?

Dina Lomagno 10/31/2024 4:08 PM

I finally went for my check up and found that not only had my cholesterol reduced but I also had my first nuclear stress test to set a baseline for my heart moving forward. I may be 50 but I have the heart of a 25yr old athlete!

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Community Join My Neighborhood Association

How can your community support inclusive decision making?

Dina Lomagno 10/31/2024 4:07 PM

The last thing I wanted to do was join my HOA lol...but with all the practices that we've learned through this process, and the fact that I was contributing anyways with previous challenges I bit the bullet! I am now the VP of our HOA.

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- Jeanne Poirier 10/31/2024 7:05 PM
  
  No small undertaking - good luck and thank you for stepping up to your "right there" community!
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Community Support Businesses Owned by People of Color

A recent Keen Independent Research Foundation study found that Minority Businesses Enterprises (MBEs) are more likely to have difficulties in receiving loans or city contracts. In what ways can you work to address systemic racism like that demonstrated in this study?

Dina Lomagno 10/31/2024 4:06 PM

I worked with my neighbor who owns a black owned spa product company to understand more about not only her business but also the others that are within her business alliance group. Not only was I able to support them but I was able to find some great new local items too and share with my friends and family!

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Dion Dixon 10/29/2024 2:11 PM

Installing smart thermostat

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Dion Dixon 10/29/2024 2:10 PM

Donated food this weekend. Spent time getting to know my neighbors.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Community Connect with a Nonprofit

What inspires you to act toward a more sustainable community?

Dina Lomagno 10/29/2024 11:34 AM

I was so excited yesterday when I found out I won a community award with $100 to donate to whatever charity I wanted. I utilized that money to donate and create a match for Forget Me Not Animal Sanctuary of Las Vegas that takes care of injured, senior, homeless and challenged animals.

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Waste Repair a Broken Item

What did you fix and how did it go? Share a few pics if you can!

Dina Lomagno 10/28/2024 3:47 PM

This weekend I repurposed my garden tarps to repair my raised planter bed, in addition I took my old deck box and added a drip system so now I have two awesome planter boxes with reusable materials that didn’t hit the landfill!

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Herb Aliga 10/26/2024 3:22 PM

I am surprisingly myself as I am noticing that there's many things under this month's challenge that I can confidently say that I have already done and have been able to put into habits and routines. I have exercised more days during the month of October versus every other month of 2024 and I will make more effort in coming months to ensure that I exercise more.

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- Deepali Shanbhag 10/27/2024 1:12 AM
  
  That's fantastic! It’s great to hear that you've been able to integrate so many positive changes into your routine.
  
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REFLECTION QUESTION
Water Mulch the Base of Trees and Plants

Where are your nearest natural bodies of water? How might they be affected by runoff?

Dina Lomagno 10/23/2024 12:50 PM

Last night we remulched all of our trees which not only helps prevent tree rot but also assists in distributing moisture and reducing tree burn, especially during these crazy hot summers in Vegas!

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Simplicity Needs Vs. Wants

How is creativity a necessary ingredient for practicing simplicity?

Dina Lomagno 10/23/2024 12:49 PM

I have started reimagining this which has proven to be an interesting journey for sure. I am learning to simplify my life in regards to what I "want" vs "need" in order to save money for more travel but also reduce my clutter!

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