Wellness Wander - 1 Pager Activities
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Never-ending Story
Take turns telling a fictional story. One person begins the story and passes it off to the next, until you reach the next prompt.
Are you on a solo stroll? You can still create a story in your mind with you as the main character.
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Do you hear what I hear?
Take a moment and count how many differing sounds you can identify.
What was different or the same about each sound?
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Notice your Surroundings
Count how many different colors can you identify around you.
Are there any cloud formations in the sky?
What color is the grass this season?
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Catch the Breeze
Is it windy or breezy today?
Pause. Notice the air across your face or body.
Can you take a guess how fast the wind is moving?
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Be Kind to Yourself
Take a moment to consider 2 things you like about yourself.
Say them aloud, “I like...”
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Gratitude Creates Attitude
Think of 3 things you are grateful for today. I’ll go first: I’m grateful that you’re taking this Wellness Wander with me!
Your turn:
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Connect and Reflect
Did you enjoy your time today? Check-in with a friend on your way home and schedule a time to wander next week!
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Stay Social
If you pass someone along your walk today, pause to wave, say “Hello”, or ask them how their day is going?
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Simplify Self Care
What is 1 action item you can achieve for yourself today?
Set a reminder or alarm to complete it!
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Sync it up!
Explore syncing your inhale with a pause in your forward movement.
Exhale as you progress forward.
How long can you keep this pattern going?
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Mindful Moment
1. Choose a pace that feels comfortable to move forward.
2. Then count to 20 while you’re moving forward.
At 20, pause your movement & take 1 slow inhale through your nose & exhale out of your mouth.
3. Continue on the move pausing to focus every 20 seconds using 1 extended breath.
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It's okay to not be okay...
Having a rough time? Pretend to give yourself advice as a friend might.
How would you encourage yourself today?
Looking for more ways to strengthen your mental health?
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