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Gratitude Gallery

Select a visible and easily accessible area in your home or workspace (e.g. cubicle wall, bulletin board, car visor, or the inside of a door) to visually celebrate the things you’re thankful for, that bring beauty and joy to your life, or evoke other positive feelings or memories.

Collect photos of people, places, and experiences you want to celebrate, cutouts from other sources, handwritten notes, small mementos, or anything that holds meaning to you.

Display them with decorative elements like colorful pins, washi tape, string lights, or clothespins and string to

add a personal and aesthetic touch.

Regularly update your gallery by adding new photos or notes of gratitude. This keeps the practice dynamic and can be a powerful reminder of the positive people, places, and experiences that surround you, especially on tough days.

Take a moment each day to reflect on something from your display. Let it remind you of the abundance in your life. The act of curating and reflecting on these visual reminders will foster a mindset of appreciation and joy, enhancing your well-being overall.

The Many Facets of Exploration

Exploration takes many different forms, appealing to a broad spectrum of interests and curiosities, and can be done anywhere from the comfort of your home or all the way to an exotic locale. Regardless of the type of explorer you are, exploration cultivates wonder by opening up new experiences and possibilities that challenge your existing knowledge and perceptions. Exploration cultivates wonder and soft skills that benefit every area of your life, including work!

6 Types of Exploration + 6 Skills from Exploration

Playlist of Awe

Regularly seeking out experiences that evoke a sense of wonder and amazement can enrich life in numerous ways, from boosting mood and reducing stress to fostering creativity and enhancing relationships. Integrating awe-inspiring experiences into daily routines can lead to a more vibrant and fulfilling existence.

A "Playlist of Awe" can serve as a powerful catalyst to help you incorporate awe into your daily life. Set a daily reminder on your phone to look for moments of awe, from the simple to the extraordinary, and create a playlist of these moments!

Not sure where to start? Use the example below to help you begin discovering personal moments of wonder and build your own collection of awe-inspiring experiences.

Nature

Sunsets/Sunrises
The aurora or starry sky
Leaves blowing in the street
A flower blooming
Wind blowing through the trees

The Arts

Videos of your favorite type of dance (ballet, contemporary, jazz, hip hop)
Poetry
A beautifully written line in a book
A painting that moves something within you
Music – particularly a song that allows you to listen on a deeper level

Connection

A loved one's laughter
The love a pet has for you
Telling memorable stories of the past
The love you hold for someone significant in your own life
An unexpected kindness, gift, or act of service

Travel

New-to-you sights
Beautiful architecture
A place steeped in history, which you’ve read about
Walk in the footsteps of your ancestors
Engage with people who don’t speak your language or share your culture

Activity and playlist inspired by this article

Kindling Curiosity

Take a fun quiz! What is your curiosity type?

(Britannica's Curiosity Compass)

Read an interesting article: Curiosity: Why It Matters, Why We Lose It And How To Get It Back (Forbes: Christy Geiger, Executive Leadership Coach)

Explore something new: Empowering the Curious @Seeker

Consider a podcast! Try Discovery's Curiosity Daily or Grokkist's Still Curious

Reflection Prompts:
Rediscovering Play

Play brings joy to daily life, helps relieve stress, boosts mental health and can even enhance physical well-being. Here are some reflection prompts to help you reconnect with your playful side:

What activities brought me joy and a sense of playfulness as a child? How can I incorporate elements of those activities into my life now?

Describe a recent moment when I felt truly carefree and playful. What was I doing, and what made it enjoyable?

Reflect on any hobbies or interests I've set aside over the years. Why did I stop doing them, and how can I reintroduce them into my life now?

Write about a playful adventure or experience I've always wanted to try. What's holding me back, and how can I overcome those obstacles to pursue it?

Make a list of "play dates" with myself. What are some activities I can do alone that bring me joy and allow me to unwind?

Think back to a time when I laughed uncontrollably. What was the situation, and what made it so funny? How can I invite more laughter into my life?

Consider the people in my life who embody a playful spirit. What can I learn from them, and how can I surround myself with more playful influences?

Describe my ideal playground – not necessarily a physical space, but a metaphorical one where I feel free to explore, experiment, and have fun.

Reflect on any self-imposed rules or restrictions that limit my ability to play. How can I challenge these limitations and give myself permission to be playful?

Write a letter to my inner child, expressing gratitude for their playful spirit and promising to nurture it as I grow older.

These prompts can serve as a starting point for your journey towards rediscovering play. Have fun exploring and embracing your playful side!