Creative Connections with Madison

01/24/2026

What a fun one to do today!

Another in our series of calming strategies you can print off and use at home or school.

Hot Chocolate Breathing is a simple way to help a child slow their breathing when they’re feeling worried, overwhelmed, or full of big feelings. It works by gently switching the body into “safe and settled” mode, so the brain can think more clearly again. Try it in calm moments first, then it’ll feel familiar when emotions run high.

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01/24/2026

I just want to take a moment to say thank you. Every like, share, comment, and conversation helps spread mental health awareness farther than you might realize.

Supporting a small business like Creative Connections isn’t just about showing up for me—it helps build a space where healing, understanding, and community can grow. Engagement helps these messages reach the people who need them most, and I’m so grateful for each of you who take the time to be part of that.

Thank you for caring, for sharing, and for helping make mental health conversations feel a little less alone. 💛

— Madison

01/24/2026

It’s been awhile since I’ve got a good sweat in the sauna but I do try get 20-30 min. 3x a week

When life moves fast, a quick reset can make all the difference.

Just 20 minutes in a sauna helps you unwind, recharge, and step away from the glow of your screens. From our portable Solo System to custom Sunlighten saunas, find your perfect fit—https://bit.ly/4b8Hsc7

Cited: Laukkanen et al., 2019 (Complement Ther Med), PMID: 38011189, Miyazaki et al., 2023 (PLoS ONE)

01/23/2026

A text, a note, a delivery from Amazon there’s so many options in today’s world to let someone know they were in your thoughts 

01/23/2026

01/23/2026

Mental wellness grows stronger when we feel connected. Whether it’s a meaningful conversation, shared time, or simply knowing someone cares, relationships play an important role in supporting our mental and emotional well-being.

Connection doesn’t have to be big or complicated — sometimes it’s a quick check-in, a shared laugh, or showing up for one another in small ways that makes the biggest difference.

Reach out to someone today — even a short message can make a difference.

01/22/2026

01/21/2026

Pause today and ask yourself: How am I really feeling? What do I need right now? Mental wellness often starts with awareness and giving ourselves permission to slow down. When we take time to check in — without judgment — we create space to respond with care rather than reacting out of stress.

No fixing required — just listening.

01/21/2026

What are some routines or habits at your home that supports healthy screen habits?
Or
What is something you’d like to implement in your home to work on having healthier screen habits?

Screens aren’t the enemy… but when they start affecting sleep, mood, or behaviour, it’s usually a sign your child’s brain needs a bit more balance.

Here are 3 simple steps that reduce battles, protect rest, and make screen limits feel doable (without the guilt).

01/21/2026

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01/20/2026

Mental wellness isn’t only something we think about during difficult moments. It’s something we build through daily habits and intentional choices. Simple practices like getting enough rest, staying connected with others, moving our bodies, and creating moments of pause help strengthen resilience before stress or challenges arise.

When we focus on proactive care, we’re better equipped to respond thoughtfully rather than react out of overwhelm. These small, consistent actions support both our mental and emotional well-being over time — not just when things feel hard.

01/20/2026

Anxiety didn't show up to sabotage your life.
It showed up to protect you. To build walls of protection and warning signs to danger.

Your nervous system learned that being alert, prepared, or on edge helped you survive something hard. It gave us armor to walk through some tuff times.

The work isn't getting rid of anxiety.
The work is helping your body learn that it doesn't have to stay on guard all the time.

Healing begins with understanding, not judging.
Healing begins with acknowledging and appreciating.
Healing begins right where you are.