1 Minute Habit · #106
1 Minute Habit for April 16
Draw a symbol or shape that represents your current mood
Why This Habit Helps
Translating emotions into simple visuals helps with emotional awareness and stress release.
It allows for non-verbal expression and fosters creativity.
What You’ll Do in 1 Minute
- Encourages emotional expression.
- Promotes mindfulness.
- Boosts creativity and calmness.
Quick Overview
Sometimes words can’t fully express what we’re feeling. Drawing can offer another outlet.
Creating a shape or symbol to represent your mood helps process emotions in a visual way.
What the Research Says
How to Get Started
- Grab a pen or pencil and draw something simple—spirals, waves, jagged lines, or a sun.
- Don’t overthink—just let your hand move in a way that feels honest.
- Notice how you feel afterward—lighter, clearer, more present.
How to Adapt This Habit
If you’re a busy professional
Sketch a symbol at your desk during a break—it only takes a minute.
Use it as a nonverbal emotional check-in during stressful days.
If you’re a parent
Do it together with your kids and talk about your moods with symbols.
Use shapes to help younger children name their feelings.
If you’re a student or learner
Draw a mood shape in your notebook before class or studying.
This can help you understand how your emotions affect focus.
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💬 Your Success Stories
I’ve always been more visual than verbal, so when I tried drawing my mood as a spiral one day, it felt surprisingly accurate. I didn’t realize how wound up I was until I saw it on paper. The act of sketching helped me process the feeling. Now I do this daily—it’s quick, creative, and clears mental space.
— Jules
