Create A Ripple

Create A Ripple

Create A Ripple

Intro

Self-Awareness
Self-Care
Mindfulness
Relationships
Purpose

Adapting to Change

Wrap-Up

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. 21 MESSAGE MONDAY

#MessageMonday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

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. 23 WISDOM WEDNESDAY

#WisdomWednesday

#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

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Sept. 18 FUNNY FRIDAY

#FestivalFriday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

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TED Talks: “Everyday Leadership”

Self-Awareness

Document

Week 3: Self-Care

Sept. 28 MESSAGE MONDAY

#MessageMonday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Sept. 29 THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY

Self-care isn’t selfish.
Nourish yourself.

#ThoughtfulTuesday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Sept. 30 WISDOM WEDNESDAY

#WisdomWednesday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Oct. 1 TAKE ACTION THURSDAY

#TakeActionThursday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Oct. 2 FESTIVAL FRIDAY

#FestivalFriday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

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Make a commitment to yourself to practice self-care and practice it often. “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you” – Anne Lamott

Week 4: Mindfulness

Oct. 5 MESSAGE MONDAY

#MessageMonday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Oct. 6 THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY

#ThoughtfulTuesday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Oct. 7 WISDOM WEDNESDAY

#WisdomWednesday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Oct. 8 TAKE ACTION THURSDAY

Got 2 minutes? Add a little mindfulness to your day with this short mindfulness exercise

#TakeActionThursday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Oct. 9 FUNNY FRIDAY

Can anyone else relate? The good news is, with time and practice you can learn to train this monkey.

#FunnyFriday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Week 5: Relationships

Oct. 12 MESSAGE MONDAY

This week we’re highlighting the importance of relationships with nurturing, safe and trusted people. When you connect with others, you reduce the impact of stress in your life. A sense of belonging contributes to a happy, healthy and rewarding life.

#MessageMonday #CreateARipple @STIRMN

Oct. 13 THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY

We get benefits from the numerous social ties we have – coworkers, friends, family etc. Who is in your ‘web of contacts’? What value do each of you bring to the relationship?

Oct. 14 WISDOM WEDNESDAY

#WisdomWednesday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Oct. 15 TAKE ACTION THURSDAY

#TakeActionThursday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Oct. 16 FUNNY FRIDAY

There’s no better laughter than laughter shared among friends. Share a laugh with the people in your life this weekend.

#FestivalFriday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

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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

Random Acts of Kindness Ideas

Social Connetion worksheet

Week 6: Purpose

Oct. 19 MESSAGE MONDAY

Week 6 takes us on an in-depth look at purpose. Purpose is a recognition that we belong to something bigger than ourselves. It helps shape the mindset and attitude we have towards others and the events we experience.

#MessageMonday #CreateARipple @STIRMN

Oct. 20 THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY

#ThoughtfulTuesday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Oct. 21 WISDOM WEDNESDAY

#WisdomWednesday

#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

@STIRMN

Oct. 23 FUNNY FRIDAY

#FunnyFriday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

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Purpose Brainstorming Worksheets:

– ADULTS

– STUDENTS

BounceBack Project on Purpose

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

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Oct. 28 WISDOM WEDNESDAY

#WisdomWednesday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Oct. 29 TAKE ACTION THURSDAY

Instead of “I will be happy when…” try, “I am happy now because…”

What’s You’re Reframe?

#TakeActionThursday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Oct. 30 FUNNY FRIDAY

#FestivalFriday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

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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

While it may be the last week of our #CreateARipple campaign, it’s just the beginning of learning how to thrive. Continue to seek ways to increase your self-awareness, practice self-care and mindfulness, foster healthy relationships and find purpose in your daily life. Everyday we have the opportunity to create a ripple – go makes some waves!

#MessageMonday #CreateARipple @STIRMN

Nov. 3 THOUGHTFUL TUESDAY

‘Peace. It does not mean to be in a place where there is no noise, trouble or hard work. It means to be in the midst of those things and still be calm in your heart.’ – Unknown

#ThoughtfulTuesday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

Nov. 4 WISDOM WEDNESDAY

Remember that when it comes to being a resilient person, progress, not perfection, is the goal. As long as we are willing to practice the tools of resilience that have been introduced and strive to be a healthier and happier person, we’ve done it! Just keep plugging away friends, because eventually some of this will start to come naturally!​

#WisdomWednesday
#CreateARipple
@STIRMN

Nov. 5 TAKE ACTION THURSDAY

Imagine that it’s three years from now. Who do you want to be on the other side of this? Write your current self a letter with some encouragement from that future place in time. What will you wish you had done now? Give your present self the advice your future self would want you to have.

#TakeActionThursday

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN

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

#CreateARipple

@STIRMN