Unlock calm with Zinki Cards

Little Cards for
Big Feelings

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A LITTLE NOTE FROM ZINKI

Not sure what to do with what you feel?

Let’s take the first step together.

Inside these cards, you’ll find simple activities to help you with overwhelming feelings.

You don’t have to figure everything out at once. Start with one card and see what feels helpful.

Your feelings are welcome here.

Love, Zinki

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Turn the page to discover more.

FEEL IT ALLEVERY FEELING MATTERSYOU ARE NOT ALONE

Meet Zinki’s Emotional
Regulation Activity Cards

Every feeling deserves a little care.

A LITTLE BOX. SO MUCH TO DISCOVER.

Choose your Zinki, then tap the box to explore regulation card activities. Practice at your own pace, whenever you need a little support.

Each activity offers a gentle way to navigate overwhelming feelings and find a moment of calm.

ANXIOUS ZINKI

“I can feel worried & still be brave.”

A gentle pause for worried moments. Take a breath, notice what’s around you, and give your body a little room to soften.

YOUR LITTLE RITUAL

One card at a time.
At your own pace.

  1. Check in. Notice how you’re feeling.
  2. Open the box. Try each activity card at your own pace.
  3. Discover what helps. Find which regulation works for you.

Put the card back in the box whenever you’re ready. It’ll be here when you need it again.

ONE FEELINGONE CARDONE LITTLE ZINKI STEP

Zinki Regulation Card Activities

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Gentle Breathing — Zinki activity artwork
Steps
  1. Hold your Zinki close.
  2. Breathe in gently through your nose.
  3. Breathe out slowly through your mouth.
  4. Take a few easy breaths, at your own pace.
Zinki Affirmation

I can take this one breath at a time.

Card 1 — Gentle Breathing
Notice 5 Things — Zinki activity artwork
Steps
  1. Look around with your Zinki.
  2. Find five things you can see.
  3. Name each one, slowly.
  4. Notice its colour or shape.
Zinki Affirmation

I can pause and notice this moment.

Card 2 — Notice 5 Things
Gentle Shoulder Release — Zinki activity artwork
Steps
  1. Have Zinki or your favourite plush beside you.
  2. Gently lift your shoulders toward your ears.
  3. Let them drop as you breathe out.
  4. Soften your hands and jaw.
  5. Repeat slowly, at your own pace.
Zinki Affirmation

I can give my body a moment of ease.

Card 3 — Gentle Shoulder Release

Zinki Regulation Card Activities

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Hug Your Zinki — Zinki activity artwork
Steps
  1. Tell your Zinki “I feel sad.” You can share why, too.
  2. Give your Zinki, your favourite plush or yourself a long, gentle hug.
  3. Whisper “It’s okay to feel this way, I can take my time.”
Zinki Affirmation

My feelings deserve care and comfort. I can feel sad and still be kind to myself.

Card 1 — Hug Your Zinki
Reach Out — Zinki activity artwork
Steps
  1. Think of someone you trust.
  2. Tell them, or whisper to your Zinki “I’m feeling sad.” You can share why, too.
  3. Be in the company of your Zinki or reach out to a family member or friend and ask them for company and a listening ear.
  4. You can write down why you’re feeling sad, if talking feels hard.
Zinki Affirmation

I can ask for support.

Card 2 — Reach Out
One Small Step — Zinki activity artwork
Steps
  1. With your Zinki together, choose one small, gentle activity.
  2. Try watering a plant, drawing a picture or stretching your arms.
  3. Go slowly and do what feels manageable.
  4. Pause and notice how you feel.
Zinki Affirmation

One small step is enough for now.

Card 3 — One Small Step

Zinki Regulation Card Activities

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Pause and Breathe — Zinki activity artwork
Steps
  1. Have your Zinki beside you for comfort.
  2. Rest your hand on your belly.
  3. Breathe in gently through your nose.
  4. Breathe out slowly through your mouth.
  5. Take a few easy breaths at your own pace.
Zinki Affirmation

I can pause before I respond.

Card 1 — Pause and Breathe
Squeeze and Soften — Zinki activity artwork
Steps
  1. Get your Zinki, cushion or favourite plush.
  2. Now give it a gentle squeeze to release a little tension.
  3. Slowly loosen your hold.
  4. Repeat at a comfortable pace.
Zinki Affirmation

I can let my body soften.

Card 2 — Squeeze and Soften
Take a Quiet Break — Zinki activity artwork
Steps
  1. Say, “I need a little break.”
  2. Take your Zinki with you and move to a safe, quieter spot. You can turn off the lights, play soft tunes or sit in silence.
  3. Notice what feels comfortable for you.
  4. Stay with your Zinki as long as you need.
Zinki Affirmation

It’s okay to take a break.

Card 3 — Take a Quiet Break