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April 3 - April 24, 2019

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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
    Food Reduce Animal Products
    In your opinion, what contributes to people in North America eating more meat than any other countries? What does this say about North American values and ways of living?

    Victoria Camarena's avatar
    Victoria Camarena 4/05/2019 8:51 AM
    There is a huge emphasis on protein in the US - most people think that they need much more than is actually used by the body.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Food Support Local Food Systems
    Dependable fresh food, supporting local farmers and building resilient communities are just a few benefits of local food systems. Which of these (or other) advantages inspire you the most?

    Victoria Camarena's avatar
    Victoria Camarena 4/05/2019 8:42 AM
    Supporting local farmers! We're at the Hillsboro farmers market or Beaverton farmers market every weekend. We like to know the farmers' story and their impact.
  • REFLECTION QUESTION
    Electricity Generation Choose Renewable Energy or Purchase Renewable Energy Credits
    Your utility company is able to tell you your average energy usage. Ask them how your energy usage compares to others in your zipcode, and in your state. What steps can you take each day to reduce your electricity usage?

    Victoria Camarena's avatar
    Victoria Camarena 4/05/2019 8:38 AM

  • Melissa von Borstel's avatar
    Melissa von Borstel 3/28/2019 10:08 AM
    Too often, some of the design profession's most impactful decisions are made in the dark, with little material information available to anyone specifying a product. But designing healthy buildings means specifying healthier building products. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E6KoMAbz1Bw