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What is the emotional impact of fragrance on my mood and how can I use scents to create a safe and grounded environment for my mind? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionBody
Is there a notification sound that makes my stomach drop and have I ever asked myself why? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionDigital
Notice what you're feeling and where you feel it in your body. (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
ActionMorning
What is the connection between my phone battery level and my anxiety and what does that reveal about my need for constant connection? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionDigital
How do I handle the feeling of loss when a neighborhood I love changes and how do I process the grief of a changing urban landscape? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionClosure
How do I experience the feeling of belonging and what are the specific physical or environmental cues that tell me I'm in the right place? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionEmotions
What do I feel when I try to avoid silence? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionEmotions
How do you handle the feeling that the world is shrinking as it gets more connected? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
SocialEmotions
How do I react to slow walkers or slow service when I am in a rush and what does my level of irritation tell me about my current need for control? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionEmotions
What emotion shows up when I try to avoid conflict? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionEmotions
What is a specific scent like citrus or peppermint that helps me feel more awake and alert when I'm feeling emotionally numb? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionBody
How can I align my reaction to a mistake with my belief in self compassion? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionCompassion
How do I handle the feeling of being an outsider in a specialized community I just joined and how can I use my newness as a form of power? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionEmotions
How do you want to respond to a feeling of being rushed today? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
SocialEmotions
What does emotional strength mean to me personally? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionEmotions
How do I handle the feeling of panic when I'm in a small or crowded space and what is a grounding technique I can use? (Open this prompt in Mindwell)
Self-ReflectionBody
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