Relationship Ecosystem Mapping

Activity Essentials Focused tasks for specific skills like boundaries or intuition. Typically 15–45 minutes. Intermediate Beginner needs no prior experience; Advanced builds on earlier work. ⏱ 45 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

Draw yourself in center. Add people in circles (inner/middle/outer). Color-code: energy levels, growth support, communication quality. Identify 3 actions.

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

Materials

  • Paper
  • Pens

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

Research Foundation

Based on social neuroscience research confirming relationship quality significantly impacts wellbeing.

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

  1. 1

    Draw yourself in the center of the paper.

  2. 2

    Map relationships in concentric circles: inner (intimate), middle (regular contact), outer (less frequent).

  3. 3

    Use colors or symbols to indicate: energy levels, growth support, and communication quality.

  4. 4

    Analyze patterns: Which relationships need attention or boundaries?

  5. 5

    Identify 3 specific actions to strengthen your relationship ecosystem.