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= '''Take a mindful break with Lego!''' = | = '''Take a mindful break with Lego!''' = | ||
| − | Join me every | + | |
| − | + | ==== Join me every third 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. | + | 🧘♀️ 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!). | 🎨 Each session includes a simple template to spark ideas (or bring your own project!). | ||
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🏗️ '''Lego Mindful Building – Monthly Drop-in Sessions''' | 🏗️ '''Lego Mindful Building – Monthly Drop-in Sessions''' | ||
| − | * Hosted by: Olga Novoa, User Experience Designer | + | * '''Hosted by:''' Olga Novoa, User Experience Designer |
| − | * Inspired by: https://wiki.gccollab.ca/Convergence | + | * '''Inspired by:''' https://wiki.gccollab.ca/Convergence |
| − | * When: | + | * '''When:''' Third Friday of each month |
| − | * Time: 12:30–1:00 PM ET (30 minutes) | + | * '''Time:''' 12:30–1:00 PM ET (30 minutes) |
| − | * 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''' === | ||
| − | + | A calm, creative space for public servants to: | |
| − | * Unwind and reset during the workday | + | * Unwind and reset during the workday |
| − | * Engage in mindful play using their own Lego sets | + | * Engage in mindful play using their own Lego sets |
| − | * Connect with like-minded colleagues across departments | + | * Connect with like-minded colleagues across departments |
| − | * 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! | |
| − | + | * 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 | ||
=== 🏗️ First Few Monthly Build Ideas === | === 🏗️ First Few Monthly Build Ideas === | ||
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=== 📅 Recurring Teams Invite === | === 📅 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 | + | [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 third Friday of each month.] |
Revision as of 14:04, 2 July 2025
Take a mindful break with Lego!
Join me every third 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: Third 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.
📅 Recurring Teams Invite
Lego Mindful Building – Monthly Drop-In Sessions,12:30–1:00 PM ET on the third Friday of each month.
