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Join me every second Friday of the month from 12:30–1:00 PM ET for a relaxed, creative session where we build, unwind, and connect. | Join me every second Friday of the month from 12:30–1:00 PM ET for a relaxed, creative session where we build, unwind, and connect. | ||
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🎥 [https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZWI3YTMwZmItMzAyZi00NDMyLWE5ZmYtOTNhZDhkYjUxM2I5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b72ac62f-06d5-4cd5-824e-ee92319a4676%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22e121f76e-dbd6-43eb-8116-40ee5b3be9be%22%7d Join via MS Teams] – camera optional, fun guaranteed. | 🎥 [https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZWI3YTMwZmItMzAyZi00NDMyLWE5ZmYtOTNhZDhkYjUxM2I5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b72ac62f-06d5-4cd5-824e-ee92319a4676%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22e121f76e-dbd6-43eb-8116-40ee5b3be9be%22%7d Join via MS Teams] – camera optional, fun guaranteed. | ||
| + | == '''''Let’s play, relax, and recharge together!''''' == | ||
| + | '''[https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZWI3YTMwZmItMzAyZi00NDMyLWE5ZmYtOTNhZDhkYjUxM2I5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b72ac62f-06d5-4cd5-824e-ee92319a4676%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22e121f76e-dbd6-43eb-8116-40ee5b3be9be%22%7d Lego Mindful Building - Monthly Drop-In Sessions | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams]''' | ||
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🏗️ '''Lego Mindful Building – Monthly Drop-in Sessions''' | 🏗️ '''Lego Mindful Building – Monthly Drop-in Sessions''' | ||
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* Where: [https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZWI3YTMwZmItMzAyZi00NDMyLWE5ZmYtOTNhZDhkYjUxM2I5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b72ac62f-06d5-4cd5-824e-ee92319a4676%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22e121f76e-dbd6-43eb-8116-40ee5b3be9be%22%7d Microsoft Teams] | * Where: [https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZWI3YTMwZmItMzAyZi00NDMyLWE5ZmYtOTNhZDhkYjUxM2I5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b72ac62f-06d5-4cd5-824e-ee92319a4676%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22e121f76e-dbd6-43eb-8116-40ee5b3be9be%22%7d Microsoft Teams] | ||
| − | 🌟 '''Purpose''' | + | === 🌟 '''Purpose''' === |
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* A calm, creative space for public servants to: | * A calm, creative space for public servants to: | ||
* Unwind and reset during the workday | * Unwind and reset during the workday | ||
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* Build freely or follow a simple monthly template | * Build freely or follow a simple monthly template | ||
| − | 🧘♀️ How It Works | + | === 🧘♀️ How It Works === |
| − | No instructions, no pressure, just play! | + | * No instructions, no pressure, just play! |
| − | All levels and expertise | + | * All levels and expertise |
| − | Bring your own Lego set or bricks. | + | * Bring your own Lego set or bricks. |
| − | Each session will begin with a quick hello and a shared basic build template (e.g., a mini chair, a tiny tree, a smiley face). | + | * Each session will begin with a quick hello and a shared basic build template (e.g., a mini chair, a tiny tree, a smiley face). |
| − | Participants can follow the template or work on their own creations. | + | * Participants can follow the template or work on their own creations. |
| − | Cameras on or off, your comfort matters. | + | * Cameras on or off, your comfort matters. |
| − | No need to finish anything, this is about the process, not the product. | + | * No need to finish anything, this is about the process, not the product. |
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| + | === 🏗️ First Few Monthly Build Ideas === | ||
Here are some simple, creative ideas using generic Lego bricks: | Here are some simple, creative ideas using generic Lego bricks: | ||
| − | July – “Mini Garden” | + | ==== July – “Mini Garden” ==== |
Build a tiny flower, tree, or potted plant. | Build a tiny flower, tree, or potted plant. | ||
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| − | August – “Lego Letters” | + | ''Optional: Use green, brown, and bright colours.'' |
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| + | ==== August – “Lego Letters” ==== | ||
Build the first letter of your name. | Build the first letter of your name. | ||
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| − | September – “Tiny Chair” | + | ''Optional: Try different fonts or styles.'' |
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| + | ==== September – “Tiny Chair” ==== | ||
Build a miniature chair or bench. | Build a miniature chair or bench. | ||
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| − | + | ''Optional: Make it sturdy enough to hold a Lego figure.'' | |
| − | Lego Mindful Building – Monthly Drop-In Sessions,12:30–1:00 PM ET on the second Friday of each month. | + | === 📅 Recurring Teams Invite === |
| + | [https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZWI3YTMwZmItMzAyZi00NDMyLWE5ZmYtOTNhZDhkYjUxM2I5%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22b72ac62f-06d5-4cd5-824e-ee92319a4676%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22e121f76e-dbd6-43eb-8116-40ee5b3be9be%22%7d Lego Mindful Building – Monthly Drop-In Sessions,12:30–1:00 PM ET on the second Friday of each month.] | ||
Revision as of 14:01, 2 July 2025
Take a mindful break with Lego!
Join me every second Friday of the month from 12:30–1:00 PM ET for a relaxed, creative session where we build, unwind, and connect.
🧘♀️ No instructions, no pressure! Just bring your own Lego and build whatever you like.
🎨 Each session includes a simple template to spark ideas (or bring your own project!).
🎥 Join via MS Teams – camera optional, fun guaranteed.
Let’s play, relax, and recharge together!
Lego Mindful Building - Monthly Drop-In Sessions | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams
Description:
🏗️ Lego Mindful Building – Monthly Drop-in Sessions
- Hosted by: Olga Novoa, User Experience Designer
- Inspired by: https://wiki.gccollab.ca/Convergence
- When: Second Friday of each month
- Time: 12:30–1:00 PM ET (30 minutes)
- Where: Microsoft Teams
🌟 Purpose
- A calm, creative space for public servants to:
- Unwind and reset during the workday
- Engage in mindful play using their own Lego sets
- Connect with like-minded colleagues across departments
- Build freely or follow a simple monthly template
🧘♀️ How It Works
- No instructions, no pressure, just play!
- All levels and expertise
- Bring your own Lego set or bricks.
- Each session will begin with a quick hello and a shared basic build template (e.g., a mini chair, a tiny tree, a smiley face).
- Participants can follow the template or work on their own creations.
- Cameras on or off, your comfort matters.
- No need to finish anything, this is about the process, not the product.
🏗️ First Few Monthly Build Ideas
Here are some simple, creative ideas using generic Lego bricks:
July – “Mini Garden”
Build a tiny flower, tree, or potted plant.
Optional: Use green, brown, and bright colours.
August – “Lego Letters”
Build the first letter of your name.
Optional: Try different fonts or styles.
September – “Tiny Chair”
Build a miniature chair or bench.
Optional: Make it sturdy enough to hold a Lego figure.
