#52SmallThings: A Weekly Self-Care Challenge

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What holds you back from trying new things?

👍 Pro: Trying new things can put us in positions to learn and grow our perspectives and skills.
👎 Con: It can also be intimidating, especially when we might not know what to expect or when there’s a possibility for setback or failure.

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks finds that she holds herself back from trying new things because she’s afraid she might not do a good job in learning or understanding what she needs to be good at in the first place.

What do you think holds you back from trying new things? (P.S. Trial and error is a normal part of life, not everyone succeeds at everything!)

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What topics, skills, or hobbies are you most curious about?

When we put ourselves out there and broaden our horizons, we’re allowing our curiosity to take the lead (that can be scary, but rewarding!). This can look like: learning a new language, trying a different type of art or cuisine, taking a chance on an entirely new career path, or dabbling with a new-to-us movement or exercise.

What topics, skills, or hobbies spark your curiosity? What interests you most?

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Trying new things means discovering a new side to ourselves. What if we try and we’re REALLY good? Then there’s the flip side: putting ourselves out there only to fail. What are your thoughts?

Choose one
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True, trying new things is how I learn
False, I really don’t like the feeling of failure
Both, depends on what I’m trying + how I’m feeling
Neither, I’m not a fan of trying new things
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Describe your comfort zone.

Happy Monday, Mighties! ✨

For this week’s self-care challenge, we'll be broadening our horizons. 🔭

Have you been thinking of learning something new or setting fresh goals for yourself? Are you interested in mastering a new craft or skill or want to experience something different than what you're used to? This is what it means to broaden your horizons. We can accomplish this by stepping into uncharted territories, widening our perspectives, and intentionally exploring things outside of our comfort zones.

Let's begin this journey by reflecting on our current comfort zones. In what instances and in what parts of your life do you feel most at ease and like you know what to expect?

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#Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie

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What is your life's motto?

Dory in Pixar's "Finding Nemo'' famously embraced the phrase "just keep swimming”; while Timon and Pumbaa in Disney's "Lion King" repeatedly sang "Hakuna Matata" (which means no worries, of course). Both are memorable phrases and mottos that remind us it's possible to keep moving forward.

What mottos or truths do you go by that help you keep going?

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks said her motto is to remember that "it's OK to always be gentle with herself and her journey."

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#Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie

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Select all that apply
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🌈 My favorite color is...
🍕 My favorite food is...
🧳 The best vacation I ever went on was...
⭐ When I was a kid, I wanted to be...
🏆I am known for...
🔒My secret, hidden talent is...
🙂 All I need is _____ to be happy.
😡 My biggest pet peeve is...
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Describe yourself in 10 words.

What's a self-care challenge without writing a list, right? Today, let’s each write down the 10 words we would use to describe ourselves. They could be personality traits, admirable qualities, really important hobbies, or health conditions that feel integral to your identity.

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If you made a “starter pack” to help others get to know you better, what would you put in it?

Let’s imagine a world where every new person you meet — who you have the desire to build some sort of lasting connection with — receives a “starter pack” to get to know you better right out of the gate… no conversation needed.

What important items, words, or ideas would you find most helpful so others could understand you better?

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks shared that she would add a comfy pillow, a journal with reflection prompts, the word "free" and "peace," tea bags, a cup full of affirmations, a picture of the ocean, crystals, and the books she's reading right now.

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#Autism #Parenting #PTSD #BorderlinePersonalityDisorder #BipolarDisorder #Fibromyalgia #Lupus #MultipleSclerosis #Migraine #Spoonie

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