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Today's Post · Mindset and reset

Monday, October 19, 2026

Mondays are a good day to show people the person behind the posts. Today's caption is about starting the week with one small plan, and it works at any company because it never mentions products or results.

Feed post

The Monday list

I used to start Mondays with a to-do list so long I gave up on it by noon.

Now I write down one thing I want to finish this week and one person I want to check in on. That's the whole list.

This week mine is finally organizing my photos and calling my aunt.

What's the one thing on your list this week? Tell me in the comments so I can cheer you on.

Swap in your own two items. Real, ordinary details get more replies than polished ones.

Make it yours

Use this as a starting point and swap in your own details.

  • What is one real thing you want to finish this week?
  • Who is one person you want to check in on?
  • What usually derails your Mondays?

One reader’s version: I used to open my laptop on Monday and answer emails until lunch. This week I'm doing one thing first: finishing the quilt square I started in August. Then I'm texting my old roommate back. What's first on your list?

Write a fresh version with the post writer

Story idea

Coffee and a sticky note

Film a short clip of your coffee or tea next to a sticky note with your one goal for the week written on it. Add the question sticker with the text "What's your one thing this week?" and share a few answers in a later Story.

Replies to a question sticker are a natural way to start conversations without a sales pitch.

Make it yours

Use this as a starting point and swap in your own details.

  • What do you actually drink in the morning?
  • Where do you sit when you plan your week?

One reader’s version: A clip of a mug of chai on the porch step, with the goal written on the back of a grocery receipt.

Write a fresh version with the post writer

DM script

The weekend check-in

Hey [name]! I saw your post from the weekend and it made me smile. How are you feeling heading into the week?

Send it only to people whose posts you actually saw. If they reply, keep the conversation about them.

Make it yours

Use this as a starting point and swap in your own details.

  • What did you really notice in their weekend post?
  • How do you usually greet this person?

One reader’s version: Hi Jess! Those trail photos from Saturday were beautiful. Did your legs survive the climb?

Write a fresh version with the post writer

Tomorrow: a post about the one thing you reach for every morning, and why you keep using it.

These ideas are company-neutral and make no income, lifestyle, or health claims. Check your own company's policies before posting.

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