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"It was great to receive a 'Media Album' slide show from my friend. It cheered me up and reminded me of some fun times!"
Create an expressive and unique card for a special person using your old magazines and newspapers (called �up-cycling�).
Take time out for yourself with this absorbing activity, connect with a friend or loved one by focusing on their qualities and strengths and build confidence when using words.
Wellbeing benefits:Feel close to others |
Examples of how this activity can help me:
I want to do something nice for a friend.
I want to share my appreciation of others.
Length:
30+ minutes.
Who can I do this activity with?
On my own.
Where can I do this activity?
Indoors - away from the computer.
How often can I do this activity?
Create cards to brighten a loved one's day - no need for a special occasion (though they do make great birthday cards!).
What do I need?
- Old magazines, pamphlets, supplements, old books etc – anything that uses words!
- Scissors
- A glue stick
- A coloured piece of card, minimum A5 size
Tip:
Be resourceful, ask friends to pass on their discarded magazines, to save time, energy and money.
Did you know?
Connecting to others is one of five-evidence based actions that if practised regularly, can build our resilience and wellbeing in the face of life’s everyday challenges.
"Words do two major things: They provide food for the mind and create light for understanding and awareness."
Jim Rohn
