Debbie Milligan
POINTS TOTAL
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- 0 THIS WEEK
- 2,031 TOTAL
participant impact
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UP TO1.0advocacy actioncompleted
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UP TO1.0community eventhosted or attended
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UP TO3.0conversationswith people
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UP TO1.0donationmade
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UP TO40minutesspent learning
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UP TO257pieces of litterpicked up
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UP TO32plastic containersnot sent to the landfill
Debbie's actions
Bedroom
Sunshine Bleached
I will hang-dry my laundry to use the sun as a natural bleach alternative, or use another natural bleach alternative.
Family + Pets
Discover Together
I will spend 2 minutes educating my family on the basics of living a reduced/no-plastic lifestyle.
Family + Pets
Use Reusable Baby Wipes
I will make better choices for the environment and my baby's bum by using reusable baby wipes most or all of the time.
Family + Pets
Use Cloth Diapers
I will replace single use diapers with reusable cloth diapers.
Family + Pets
DIY Cat Litter
I will swap out my cat's litter for sawdust, mulch, or dirt with baking soda.
Community
Join a Cleanup Effort
I will host or participate in a beach, highway, river, or other cleanup effort in my community.
Community
Advocate For Better Food Packaging
I will advocate for alternatives to single use packaging at local grocery stores, markets, or work.
Community
Advocate for Office Reusables
I will lobby my workplace to have reusable dishes and silverware in order to minimize disposables.
Community
Advocate for Plastic-Free Dining
I will talk to the owner or manager of a restaurant I frequent to request that they reduce their use of single-use and disposable plastics.
Community
Raise Money For a Nonprofit
I will raise money to support a nonprofit dedicated to plastic pollution reduction.
Community
Support a Sharing Economy
I will create or support a sharing economy with family, friends, and neighbors.
Bathroom
Homemade or Refillable Cleaners
I will make my own cleaning products or choose plastic-free, refillable options.
Bathroom
See the Green
I will recycle used contact lenses and packaging.
Study
Dig into Bioplastics
I will spend at least 5 minutes researching the impacts of bioplastics and how to properly dispose of them in my city, and I will share this information with 1 friends, family, and/or colleagues.
Study
Buy Only What I Need
I will not buy anything except items required for health and safety.
Family + Pets
Thoughtful Toys
I will only buy cloth, wooden or plant-based natural rubber toys. Or make our own toys from recycled items found in our home!
Family + Pets
Homemade Pet Treats
I will prepare my own pet treats to avoid plastic packaging.
Community
Keep My Community Clean
I will pick up 5 piece(s) of litter each day.
Kitchen
Cook a Plastic Free Meal
I will prepare meals at home each day without using any items packaged in single-use plastic.
Kitchen
Minimize Packaging
I will purchase food items with the least amount of packaging.
Kitchen
Try a New Recipe
I will try new recipe(s) or food preparation method(s) each day, such as canning, pickling, making yogurt, or baking granola bars or bread.
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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Debbie Milligan 8/01/2023 4:30 AMand that is a wrap for this year. -
Debbie Milligan 7/30/2023 1:47 PMone more day! one more day! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFamily + Pets DIY Cat LitterOther species can teach us important lessons about ourselves and life in general. What has your cat taught you?
Debbie Milligan 7/30/2023 1:47 PMIf by cat you mean my bird and dog, they have taught me patience (I needed to learn that). -
Debbie Milligan 7/28/2023 9:42 PM3 more day! Still too much plastic :( -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Join a Cleanup EffortHow does working with others to clean up your community make you feel?
Debbie Milligan 7/28/2023 9:42 PMI've been on a cleanup in a wildlife area and it made the team feel accomplished and happy when we had the area clean of trash. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Advocate for Plastic-Free DiningWhat was your strategy in talking with your favorite restaurant's management? Did you find it to be effective?
Debbie Milligan 7/28/2023 9:39 PMIf I have leftovers at a restaurant I haven't had issues with putting my food in a reusable container. I just have to remember to bring it with! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFamily + Pets Thoughtful ToysDoes your child play differently with natural or repurposed toys than with other toys? If so, how?
Debbie Milligan 7/28/2023 9:38 PMIf child you mean my bird, then yes, he does play differently with purchased vs natural toys. But for me I like I can give him enrichment that doesn't have a lot of dyes. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONStudy Dig into BioplasticsWhat did you learn about bioplastic production and disposal? Did anything surprise you? Are bioplastics accepted by your city's waste management?
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Debbie Milligan 7/21/2023 6:43 AMYay, the month is almost over! Boo, not much has changed in reducing plastic. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Raise Money For a NonprofitWhat are organizations in your region doing to address plastic pollution or other related issues? How can you support them?
Debbie Milligan 7/21/2023 6:42 AMUnfortunately my city and most of the businesses have a long way to go to address plastic pollution.