New research from Curtin University shows that people who chat with friends every day score significantly higher on well-being scales than those who do so less than once a week Researchers found that simple, everyday behaviours such as connecting with others, spending time in nature, and doing mentally engaging activities were strongly linked with better mental health For someone building community (whether you’re leading one or helping brands build them), this is key because: → community isn’t only about big events - it’s about daily connection → one chat, one walk, one small moment can create belonging → when people feel connected regularly, they feel better - not just socially, but emotionally Here at CLIQ, we see this all the time The post run club coffees, the group chats, the comments in app. These micro-moments build the fabric of belonging Connection doesn’t only happen at flashy, big moments - it happens when we live it!
Daily chats boost well-being, research shows. CLIQ's micro-moments build belonging.
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🌟 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱! 🌟 This week, we’ll be shining a light on the vital work our youth team does every single day — and the incredible impact it has on young people in our community. 💬✨ At our centre, we understand the real struggles young people are facing today. 𝑴𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒂𝒍 𝑯𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝑴𝒂𝒕𝒕𝒆𝒓𝒔 — and that’s why it’s a core focus in all of our youth sessions. We speak openly about feelings, we normalise not being okay, and we work to break down the stigma around mental illness. 🧠💚 Here are just a few ways we support young people with their mental health: ✅ We create safe, welcoming spaces where everyone feels heard ✅ We offer guidance, tools, and confidence to cope with challenges ✅ We help young people access the support they need and deserve ✅ We champion positive wellbeing and resilience every step of the way Youth work changes lives — and we are proud to be part of that journey. 💪👣 Stay tuned throughout Youth Work Week as we share more about the work we do and celebrate the amazing young people we are privileged to support! 🙌🖤❤️ #YouthWorkWeek #YouthWorkChangesLives #MentalHealthMatters #SupportingYoungPeople #CommunityStrong
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Some useful research on digital pruning. The concept should be an essential part of education into online use. Find the places & people who genuinely care and want to help you better yourself.
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LCSW | Founder, A Mindful Journey MWD | Building Mental Health Programs That Create Real Change; Not Just Check a Box
Awareness is like holding a damaged umbrella. It helps a bit, but it’s not enough. Awareness is the first step, but not the destination. Without systems that support emotional safety, awareness fades fast. The System Shift Framework equips leaders to redesign policies, communication patterns, and daily practices, so awareness turns into lasting well-being. We’ve talked about mental health long enough. Now it’s time to build the systems that actually support it. https://lnkd.in/eXk_2Mbm Stacy Bailey
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3wlove this, so true 👏