Move Nourish, Connect

Activity Essentials Focused tasks for specific skills like boundaries or intuition. Typically 15–45 minutes. Beginner Beginner needs no prior experience; Advanced builds on earlier work. ⏱ 90 minutes Estimated duration. Some are one-off; others involve multi-day tracking.

Overview iA structured exercise with clear steps. Goes deeper than a quick practice.

What It Is

Combine physical movement, social connection, and shared nourishment to support your total system.

You'll Need iWhat you'll need — usually just everyday items like paper, pen, or a phone.

Materials

  • Smartphone
  • Walking shoes

Evidence Base iThe scientific or theoretical basis for why this activity works.

Research Foundation

Grounded in the Biopsychosocial model, which recognises that health is the result of biological, psychological, and social factors working together.

How To Do It iStep-by-step instructions. Follow in order for the best results.

  1. 1

    Reach out to one person and invite them to exercise in person, such as a walk, run, or gym session.

  2. 2

    Organise a specific time to grab a drink or meal together immediately before or after the activity.

  3. 3

    Engage in the movement. Focus on the physical sensations and the shared environment.

  4. 4

    During the meal, engage in meaningful conversation to nourish the social and psychological self.

  5. 5

    Afterwards, briefly note in your journal how this multi-layered connection affected your mood.