Karen Benson
7/31/2024 8:56 PM
No. I have never had sided effects. I find this very interesting!
July 1 - July 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?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroom Eco DeodorantDo some research on the toxic side affects of aluminum deodorant. After reading the side effects, can you think of instances where you may have experienced the side effects from this form of deodorant?
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Luz Rooney 7/31/2024 9:20 PMI had never heard of this before. Doing some research, I found out that antiperspirants contain aluminum but not deodorants. People with severe kidney problems should not use antiperspirants because it blocks the body's ability to sweat therefore directly affecting the release of toxins. Check the article attached:
https://www.healthline.com/health/what-to-know-about-aluminum-in-deodorant#uses-for-aluminum
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REFLECTION QUESTIONBathroom Sustainable SudsWhat are the economic and personal benefits of switching to bar soap/shampoo/conditioner or refillable bottle options?
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Karen Benson 7/31/2024 8:52 PMRecycling t-shirts. You can gather all your old t-shirts and make them on to a blanket. The shirts that are not 100% cotton will keep keep plastic out of landfills! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONFamily + Pets Discover TogetherWhat concerns you the most about how we are affecting the planet? Consider both local and global actions.
Tristin Ware 7/31/2024 6:30 PMExcessive production of products. For the most part we have access to so many products and we are made to believe that we need to newest item instead of using or fixing what we already have. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONCommunity Learn about Environmental JusticeWhat did you and your family learn about environmental justice? What questions came up for you? What feelings?
Tristin Ware 7/31/2024 6:28 PMThis was a topic that was difficult for my kids to understand. Helping them understand that little things they do can help. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBedroom Practice Sustainable FashionHow can you express your personality, creativity, and values in ways that don't require fast fashion or buying more clothes and accessories?
Tristin Ware 7/31/2024 6:24 PMTrying to create new outfits in different combinations. I have not tried renting clothes but it is something I might look into more. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONStudy Say No to StyrofoamHow might styrofoam be an environmental justice and/or environmental racism issue in your community?
Amanda Zaino 7/31/2024 6:24 PMStyrofoam is unfortunately extremely widespread and easily accessible, and used for single-use products such as food. There is a lack of education for items that can be recycled, and it needs to more accessible, especially to those communities that are the most highly impacted by this pollution. Styrofoam is releasing harmful chemicals into the air, soil, and water whenever it is being manufactured. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBedroom Rethink ReturnsHow has learning what happens to returns influenced how you make purchasing decisions?
Tristin Ware 7/31/2024 6:20 PMI try to buy what I will keep to avoid excessive returns. This is especially true for food! -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBedroom Declutter SustainablyCompared to your previous experiences with decluttering, how was this experience with sustainable decluttering different?
Tristin Ware 7/31/2024 6:19 PMI definitely put more thought into how to repurpose items before donating. I try to give items to people that might find them useful. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONBedroom Mend and RepairTime to brag! Show us a photo of what you repaired and tell us about the experience!