Social Snacking Toolkit
Have you ever been walking down the street, crossed paths with someone, and that person gave you a smile and said “hello,” or “beautiful day for a walk isn’t it?” It felt good, didn’t it?
A random connection between two people that is positive and kind, like the above situation, can make a meaningful difference to our day, our sense of community, personal well-being, and general sense of good. We call these interactions “social snacking”.
Social snacking describes brief and informal positive interactions in daily events, which contribute to happiness, sense of belonging and identity, and help to build naturally supportive communities.
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Published
Dec 07, 2021
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Subject Area
- Mental Health and Wellness
- Social Connectedness / Social Isolation
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Audience
- Service Providers (Non-profits, Community Organizations, Local government)
- Caregivers, Seniors & Volunteers
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