Mary Buchanan

Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center

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participant impact

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840

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spent outdoors

Mary's actions

Family + Pets

Embrace Imperfection

Eliminating 100% of all plastic from our lives simply isn't possible. Throughout this month, I will embrace imperfection in my plastic-free journey while exploring and testing new ways to reduce my plastic footprint.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Community

Go For a Walk

Science has shown that focused time in nature calms our over-worked frontal lobe and gives space for the areas of our brain associated with emotions, pleasure, and empathy to take over, providing a sense of calm that is measurable in brain scans and even blood tests. Each day this month, I will spend 10 minutes outside in nature, and share my observations, reflections, and learnings on the Participant Feed.

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DAILY ACTIONS

Family + Pets

Thrifty Pets

I will find secondhand sources for my pet's water/food dishes, collars or leashes.

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ONE-TIME ACTION

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?

REFLECTION QUESTION
Community Go For a Walk

What have you noticed about your mental and/or physical health while going on daily walks? How has it affected other areas of your life?

Mary Buchanan 7/31/2024 7:19 PM

Depending on the day and circumstances, it can be invigorating.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Family + Pets Embrace Imperfection

How has embracing imperfection impacted your plastic-free journey?

Mary Buchanan 7/31/2024 7:18 PM

It's help eliminate guilt from when I can't avoid plastic or other less sustainable practices. It's not about being perfect, but it is about working on my own impact. Every little step by each person does make a difference.

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REFLECTION QUESTION
Family + Pets Thrifty Pets

How does buying used differ from buying new? How does each purchasing decision make you feel?

Mary Buchanan 7/31/2024 7:13 PM

It helps you make more sustainable decisions, and it feels pretty good when you find something that works better.

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Mary Buchanan 7/31/2024 7:11 PM

I was delayed to update my progress on this page, but I'd been tracking it personally!

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Mary Buchanan 7/31/2024 7:08 PM

I started strong and am determined to keep it going!

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