Create A Ripple
Create A Ripple
Create A Ripple
Intro
Adapting to Change
Week 1: Intro
Sept. 14 MESSAGE MONDAY
Several organizations in and around Sherburne County are coming together to help our communities thrive and create a ripple of resilience! Join us to learn more about keeping yourself healthy and happy and how to thrive during challenging times. Please share this message with your friends and start your ripple!
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#MessageMonday #CreateARipple
Sept. 15 THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY
Everyday, we have the opportunity to choose how we want to affect people. From our family to our neighbor to the cashier at the store – what do you want your ripple on others to be?
#ThoughtfulTuesday #CreateARipple
Sept. 16 WACKY WEDNESDAY
Sept. 17 TAKE ACTION THURSDAY
Sept. 18 FUNNY FRIDAY
Laughter is contagious. It can ripple through a work meeting, classroom or across the dinner table. Listen to what Bounce Back Project has to say about laughter and take some time to share a laugh with someone today! #FunnyFriday #CreateARipple
Week 2: Self-Awareness
Sept. 22 THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY
Your past history and lived experiences shape who you are today and the way in which you see the world. How do you hold space for curiosity vs. judgement when interacting with those whose world views differ from your own? #ThoughtfulTuesday #CreateARipple @STIRMN
Sept. 24 TAKE ACTION THURSDAY
Journaling can be a powerful tool in uncovering our thoughts and finding a fresh perspective. On this #TakeActionThursday, grab some writing materials and respond to the following journal prompt: Who am I today?
#TakeActionThursday
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Week 3: Self-Care
Sept. 29 THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY
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Week 4: Mindfulness
Oct. 8 TAKE ACTION THURSDAY
#TakeActionThursday
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Oct. 9 FUNNY FRIDAY
#FunnyFriday
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Week 5: Relationships
Oct. 12 MESSAGE MONDAY
#MessageMonday #CreateARipple @STIRMN
Oct. 13 THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY
Oct. 16 FUNNY FRIDAY
#FestivalFriday
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Benefits of Social Connections
Those more connected to family, friends and their communities are happier, healthier and live longer. Being socially active and having satisfying relationships can result in:
- Above average levels of happiness
- Lower levels of depression and anxiety
- Higher resiliency across stressful events and environments
- Lower blood pressure
- Better immune response
- Decreased levels of stress hormones
- Diminished pain
- Sharper memory
Week 6: Purpose
Oct. 19 MESSAGE MONDAY
#MessageMonday #CreateARipple @STIRMN
Oct. 22 TAKE ACTION THURSDAY
Your purpose is a gift. Share it.
On this Take Action Thursday, reflect on:
- What do I care about?
- What matters most?
- What are my unique strengths and talents?
- What does my community need?
#TakeActionThursday
#CreateARipple
Week 7: Adapting to Change
Oct. 26 MESSAGE MONDAY
Our days are filled with constant change, and while we can’t avoid unexpected events in our lives we can choose to embrace and manage challenges in a positive way. Join us on Week 7: Adapting to Change, to learn how events that challenge us help us learn, grow and step outside of our comfort zones.
#MessageMonday #CreateARipple @STIRMN
Oct. 27 THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY
What expectations of ‘normal’ are you letting go of today?
#ThoughtfulTuesday
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Oct. 29 TAKE ACTION THURSDAY
What’s You’re Reframe?
#TakeActionThursday
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In every situation, there is something to be grateful for. How does gratitude help shift your perspective during times of change?
Finding Silver Linings – Exercise
“How to Stop Feeling So Helpless During Quarantine” by Kira M. Newman – greatergood.berkeley.edu
Week 8: Wrap-Up
Nov. 2 MESSAGE MONDAY
#MessageMonday #CreateARipple @STIRMN
Nov. 3 THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY
#ThoughtfulTuesday
#CreateARipple
Nov. 4 WISDOM WEDNESDAY
#WisdomWednesday
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Nov. 5 TAKE ACTION THURSDAY
#TakeActionThursday
#CreateARipple
Nov. 6 FESTIVAL FRIDAY
Visit https://www.stirmn.org/ for all campaign materials, continue to follow-us on Facebook and Instagram, and be on the lookout for future Thriving Together Campaigns. Remember – Be gentle with yourself and others…We’re all on this journey to thrive, together.
#FunnyFriday
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