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Connect2 minutes
Two-Word Check-In
Why: Sharing your state builds connection and reduces isolation

How: Text someone you trust with two words: your current state + what you need

CommunicationSupportQuick

Audience: Individual, Group

Connect5 minutes
Buddy Map
Why: Having a clear support network improves resilience

How: List three people you feel comfortable talking to. Circle one name and reach out today

Support NetworkPlanning

Audience: Individual

Connect3 minutes
Micro-Disclosure
Why: Small acts of vulnerability strengthen relationships

How: Complete this sentence with someone you trust: 'Lately I've been...'

VulnerabilitySharing

Audience: Individual, Pair

Connect10 minutes
Three-Text Chain
Why: Multiple connection points create a web of support

How: Send three texts: 1) Thank someone, 2) Check in on someone, 3) Invite someone to do something

CommunicationGratitudeInvitation

Audience: Individual

Be Active10 minutes
Grounded Walk
Why: Moving helps mood and focus while connecting with your environment

How: Walk for 10 minutes. Feel your feet touching the ground. Notice what you see, hear, and smell

MovementMindfulnessOutdoors

Audience: Individual

Be Active3 minutes
Stair Reset
Why: Brief physical activity can shift energy and mood quickly

How: Walk up and down a flight of stairs once. Count your breaths as you go

MovementQuickIndoor

Audience: Individual

Be Active5 minutes
Stretch Trio
Why: Gentle movement releases physical tension and improves circulation

How: Do three stretches: 1) Roll your neck, 2) Shrug and roll shoulders, 3) Rise on toes and lower

StretchingTension ReliefWorkplace

Audience: Individual, Group

Take Notice5 minutes
Window Noticing
Why: Focused attention on the present moment reduces anxiety and improves mood

How: Look out any window and identify 5 colors, 5 shapes, and 5 textures

MindfulnessPresent MomentIndoor

Audience: Individual, Group

Take Notice3 minutes
10 Breaths
Why: Controlled breathing activates the body's relaxation response

How: Place hand on belly. Take 10 slow breaths, making exhales longer than inhales

BreathingRelaxationStress Relief

Audience: Individual, Group

Take Notice2 minutes
Name Three True Things
Why: Grounding in present reality reduces overwhelming thoughts

How: Notice and name three simple, true things about this moment

GroundingPresent MomentQuick

Audience: Individual, Group

Keep Learning10 minutes
Learn One Tiny Skill
Why: Learning new things builds confidence and creates positive neural pathways

How: Choose something small you've wanted to learn. Find a 5-10 minute tutorial and try it

Skill BuildingConfidenceGrowth

Audience: Individual

Keep Learning2 minutes
"What Surprised Me?"
Why: Reflection on daily experiences promotes growth mindset

How: At day's end, write one thing that surprised you today

ReflectionJournalingGrowth

Audience: Individual

Keep Learning5 minutes
Swap a Strategy
Why: Learning from others expands your coping toolkit

How: Ask someone: 'What helps you when you feel [stressed/sad/overwhelmed]?' Try their suggestion

LearningCoping StrategiesSocial

Audience: Individual, Pair

Give5 minutes
One Gesture Today
Why: Acts of kindness boost mood for both giver and receiver

How: Do one small kind thing: hold a door, send encouragement, offer help, or smile at a stranger

KindnessServiceConnection

Audience: Individual

Give5 minutes
Leave a Note
Why: Written appreciation has lasting positive impact

How: Write a short note of appreciation to someone. Leave it where they'll find it

AppreciationWrittenSurprise

Audience: Individual

Give15 minutes
Volunteer Micro-Task
Why: Contributing to causes larger than ourselves provides meaning and purpose

How: Find one small way to help a local organization - 15 minutes of time or sharing their message

VolunteeringCommunityPurpose

Audience: Individual

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