#52SmallThings: A Weekly Self-Care Challenge

The great thing about traditions is this: We have the power to maintain the ones we like, but we also have the power to create fresh ones. And adopting new traditions can help us build our own sense of community, especially around what and who we value most.

A new tradition mighty staffer @sparklywartanks wants to incorporate in her life is having a family movie or game night at least once every month so she can see her siblings more regularly.

What about you?

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Traditions are often celebrated or observed as they are passed down through generations or between family members, friends, or groups that share similar beliefs; but that doesn’t always mean they are "healthy."

Some traditions can be tied to toxic behaviors like childhood trauma or disorder eating and therefore can (and should!) be changed or challenged by those who once practiced them.

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks broke tradition by deciding to no longer practice the religion she grew up with. She wanted to go on her own path and that made her feel liberated, especially in her healing journey.

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There are so many different types of holidays and special occasions celebrated all around the world! Some common ones include anniversaries, weddings, birthdays, baby showers, graduations, independence days, or New Year's celebrations to name a few. Depending on where you live and what you find important may determine what days and practices are prioritized and celebrated.

Share your favorite holidays and special occassions in the comments below! ✨

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Hi, Mighty fam! ⭐

We’ll be exploring and talking all about traditions this week. Let’s start with the basics.

A tradition is a set of practices, beliefs, thought patterns, or customs that have been handed down from generation to generation by an individual or group of people. Some traditions we may be familiar with are the celebration of birthdays or holidays, but they can also be cultural, societal, religious, community-created, health-related, or determined by a family or group of friends. Traditions help us to foster connection with one another and also transfer information or heritage through storytelling and shared history.

What is your favorite tradition? Why is that tradition important to you?

Let us know in the comments below. 🙂⬇️

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The weekend is approaching yet again. We made it through the week (round of applause to us 👏).

For today’s self-care challenge, let’s brainstorm some ways we can foster our own creativity this weekend. Some ideas: writing, taking a walk, or cleaning up some clutter so you have a more comfortable workspace to be in!

Wishing you all so many creative vibes in the coming couple of days.

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The beauty of creativity is its versatility in how it can be expressed and shared. Creativity can be seen everywhere (even in nature), leaving so many avenues of inspiration to be found — you just have to know where to look. ✨

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks finds inspirations in the music she listens to and while scrolling on social media. She loves to see artists and online content creators sharing their art!

What inspires you?

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