Everyday tools

Try this. Take a little pause. Pick one thing to try on your next turn.

“I can always bounce back.”

Let's wonder. What would you like to try next?

Try this. Say something kind to yourself, just as you would to a friend.

“I love myself. I love that part too.”

Let's wonder. What kind thing could you say to yourself today?

Try this. Ask: what do I know, and what could I find out?

“Fact or story?”

Let's wonder. What do you know for sure?

Try this. Check in: could you use water, a stretch, a rest or a little help?

“Check in. Take three easy breaths.”

Let's wonder. What is your body asking for?

Try this. Pick a small, safe first step. Invite a friend to cheer you on.

“Every try is practice.”

Let's wonder. What's one little thing you'd like to try?

Try this. Choose something you'd like to join. Say it, write it or draw a little invitation.

“There's room for you, too.”

Let's wonder. What would you like to join?

Try this. When you want something or someone all to yourself, open your hands, take a breath and give them room.

“Hold with open hands.”

Let's wonder. What's something you love that needs a little room?

Try this. Share one thing you both like and one thing that makes each of you unique.

“Your stripes belong here.”

Let's wonder. What makes you, you?

Try this. Choose one small step and give yourself time to try it.

“Slow is strong.”

Let's wonder. What is one small step you can take today?

Try this. Notice your feet, listen for a sound and spot something nearby.

“Where are your big feet right now?”

Let's wonder. What can you notice right here?

Try this. Rest your hands, take a comfortable breath and give yourself a moment to choose.

“Palms down.”

Let's wonder. What could help you pause and choose?

Try this. Take a beat. Choose your next move. Next play!

“Next play!”

Let's wonder. What's your next play?

Try this. Think of a part of you that you sometimes hide. Put a hand on your heart and say, "I love myself no matter what, and I love that part too."

“I love that part too.”

Let's wonder. Is there a part of you that could use some love today?

Try this. Pick the first piece of your plan and give it a go. If your plan changes, let someone know.

“One piece at a time. Let's make it!”

Let's wonder. What's the first piece of your plan?