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As we get to know our bodies and minds better, the habits we build to support our health become part of a sustainable toolkit—one we can rely on during flares, pain, and other symptoms related to our health conditions.

What habits worked for you last year that you plan to carry forward this year? Why was that habit helpful? In what ways could you modify it to make it more sustainable in the long run?

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Let’s be real Mighties, we can’t always keep up with every single one of our responsibilities 24/7. It’s just so exhausting! And not possible! We’re human! (No shame at all, we definitely understand.)

What responsibility would you say you are — purposefully or not — avoiding at the moment?

Finish today’s #52SmallThings prompt below.

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Keeping up with our daily responsibilities isn’t always easy. Some days come with a load of responsibilities, while others are a bit lighter and leave more room for rest and fun. (And balancing our health needs and energy levels along with those responsibilities may also be an added task all on its own!)

What daily responsibility do you find to be most challenging? Which is the easiest?

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks says that her most challenging responsibility is balancing her finances while her easiest is making sure she's getting her work done every day.

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Hi friends!

How are you feeling? What’s taking up most of your attention right now, and what are you hoping to focus on today? 🗒️

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Happy Monday, Mighties! 🏵️

Every year around this time, there’s a lot of conversation about New Year’s resolutions and intentional goal-setting. While these can be motivating for some, they can also create an unspoken pressure to change parts of our lives—whether or not we have the energy, stamina, or motivation to turn those goals into sustainable habits.

Often, once the “holiday hype” fades, we may find ourselves returning to what feels safest and most comfortable, regardless of the resolutions we’ve made. This can sometimes add feelings of guilt or grief to the goal-setting process.

So let’s take a moment to reflect on what feels better and more supportive for us during this season. Instead of resolutions, what feels more feasible and manageable for you right now?
And if resolutions do work for you, what’s your approach—and why does it fit your lifestyle?

Feel free to share your thoughts and perspectives below! 💭

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Nothing says "welcome to being an adult" more than the stockpile of ✨responsibilities✨ that come with it.

These responsibilities can look like managing your health and household, taking care of family and pets, or even maintaining different relationships or roles in your life. Depending on your personal circumstances, maintaining and keep up with those responsibilities may look different for each of us.

In general, would you consider yourself a responsible person? Or is it something you’re actively working toward? (No judgment if there’s room for growth!)

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Happy New Year, Mighty Warriors! 🎉

We’re so excited and honored to be starting a new year with our Mighty family. This community is truly something special. 😇❤️

Let’s jump right into today’s #MightyMinute by describing ourselves.

You can share any five things you’d like—using words, sentences, phrases, or emojis—such as:

✨ Your favorite hobbies
🍿 Comfort snacks or foods
📺 Shows, songs, or music genres you love
💡 Fun or important facts about yourself
♥️ Who you are here on The Mighty or why you joined
💌 Conditions you live with or groups you run

Let’s get to know each other! 💃🏻☺️

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As we close out the week, let’s reflect on some ways we can better honor ourselves and our needs moving forward. Thank you for everything you shared with the community so far!

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks wants to set aside more intentional time for doing what makes her feel calm and rejuvenated.

How can you better honor your needs? Finish today’s prompt below.

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Let’s share a specific need we have for ourselves today! This need can be anything from pacing yourself through your to-do list to going outside for fresh air, setting aside some dedicated time for self-reflection, or taking a day off from work, holiday celebrations (or adulting!).

Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks says her need is to take her time getting through the day and be kind to herself.

Share yours with us in the comments below. ⬇️

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Mighty staffer @sparklywartanks was scrolling through her socials and came across the end-of-year “exit song” trend, which got her thinking about what message or song she would choose. Her message would be for her younger self, and it would say:

“Feel and release all the anger, guilt, and grief you’ve been holding for so long. You deserve some rest. I’ve got us.”

What would yours be, and why? What song—or songs—would make up your year-end soundtrack? What message are you using to close this chapter?

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