My RE:THINK Journal
Your personal space to track, reflect, and grow inclusive habits, one day at a time. This is your private area; no one else can see what you write here, so feel free to be honest, curious, and real.
Building an inclusive mindset doesn’t happen overnight; it’s the small, consistent actions (yes, even the messy ones!) that create real change. That’s why repetition matters. Like flexing a new muscle, these habits help rewire your brain for empathy, fairness, and connection.
So take a deep breath, give yourself some credit for showing up, and let’s get started, one micro-move at a time.
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When you press submit, your journal entry is securely stored in a private database that only you can access. No one else sees your reflections, ever. They’re safely tucked away, ready to gently reappear in your personal Progress Log whenever you want to look back, reflect, or celebrate how far you’ve come on your inclusive journey.
1. Today, I practiced the following inclusive habits... select all that apply.
(details of each habit are below this form).
Happiness matters for inclusion, here is why:
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Boosts dopamine & serotonin → fuels motivation, optimism, and openness to others’ perspectives.
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Activates the prefrontal cortex (PFC) → improves reasoning, empathy, and problem-solving instead of reacting from fear.
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Reduces amygdala reactivity → lowers stress, defensiveness, and bias-driven “fight or flight” responses.
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Expands cognitive flexibility → makes it easier to adapt, innovate, and accept different viewpoints.
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Strengthens social bonds → happier brains are more trusting and collaborative.
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Supports neuroplasticity → positive emotional states help the brain form new, inclusive thinking patterns.​
Inclusive Habits
Below you’ll find a quick guide to each of the inclusive habits you're tracking in your RE:THINK Journal. Think of this as your daily memory jog, a little nudge to remind you what each habit means and why it matters.
These aren’t just tick-box actions; they’re powerful brain-training exercises designed to help you lead with more awareness, empathy, and intention. Use this list to stay grounded in purpose as you build your inclusive mindset, one conscious habit at a time.
Cognitive Rewiring & Bias Interruption
Micro-Pause Before Judgement
Take a 3-second breath before reacting to a new idea or person.
Cognitive Reappraisal
Reframe negative thoughts or assumptions about others by asking, "What else could be true?"
Pattern Disruption
Sit in a different spot in meetings or invite an unfamiliar colleague to collaborate.
Emotional Intelligence & Connection
Active Listening Practice
Reflect back what you’ve heard before responding
Empathy Mapping
Visualise the emotional state and motivations of others before responding.
Gratitude for Difference
Daily note one strength you've learned from someone different from you.
Social Inclusion & Perspective Expansion
Cultural Immersion
Spend 20 minutes engaging with media, art, or literature from diverse cultures.
Cross-Identity Networking
Connect with someone from a different background or identity weekly.
Privilege Check-In
Reflect on situations where you’ve had an advantage and how to level the playing field.
Decision-Making & Fairness
Bias Audit Before Decisions
Ask, "Who isn’t at the table, and how would they view this?"
Perspective Rotation
Mentally step into the role of someone with less power before offering feedback.
Inclusive Hiring Prompt
Use structured criteria, competency questions and anonymised CV reviews to prevent unconscious bias.
Habit Reinforcement
Daily Bias Trigger Journal
Track situations where bias emerged and how you redirected it.
NeuroNudge Reminder
Set a daily alert to pause and reflect on inclusive micro-actions.
Self-Compassion Check-In
Practice kindness toward yourself when you catch your own bias.