December 3, 2025 - Techmas Day 1
✨ Day 1 – Headspace: A Cozy Calm for Your Mind
Start this year’s Hygge Techmas with a deep breath and a warm cup of calm. Headspace is a mindfulness and meditation app designed to help you slow down, breathe intentionally, and create small moments of comfort throughout your day — perfect for teachers navigating the whirlwind of winter schedules. With guided meditations, quick “breathing
breaks,” gentle sleep sounds, and stress-relief exercises, Headspace offers a peaceful reset whenever you need it. Think of it as wrapping your mind in a soft blanket — a cozy moment just for you, even in the middle of a busy school day. Whether you’re preparing for a meeting, transitioning between tasks, or unwinding at home, Headspace helps restore balance and bring a sense of hygge into your routine. You can explore meditation, focus music, and quick mindfulness activities here: 🔗 https://www.headspace.com Privacy Note: Headspace is staff-focused and not intended for student use. Avoid connecting it to any school data or student accounts.
December 4, 2025 - Techmas Day 2
✨ Day 2 – A Soft Murmur: Create Your Own Cozy Soundscape For Day 2 of Hygge Techmas, we’re adding a
little auditory warmth to your day. A Soft Murmur is a beautifully simple ambient sound mixer that lets you create your own calming atmosphere with just a few clicks. Blend soothing sounds like gentle rain, rolling waves, crackling fire, or soft white noise to bring a sense of ease and focus into your workspace.
Whether you're lesson planning, organizing your calendar, or taking a quiet moment for yourself, A Soft Murmur helps you settle in with the kind of comfort that hygge is all about—soft, steady, peaceful, and grounding. Try it here: 🔗 https://asoftmurmur.com Hygge tip: Pair your favorite mix with a warm drink or a cozy corner to turn even the busiest school day into a moment of calm. Privacy Note: A Soft Murmur requires no account and collects no personal data. It’s a simple, safe, staff-only way to create calm whenever you need it.
December 5, 2025 - Techmas Day 3
✨ Day 3 – Shortcuts for Google™: A Calm, Cozy Way to Stay Organized
For Day 3 of Hygge Techmas, we’re bringing a little simplicity into your digital world. Shortcuts for Google ™ is a lightweight Chrome extension that puts all your favorite Google tools—Gmail, Drive, Keep, Calendar, Maps, Classroom, YouTube, and more—into one tidy, customizable pop-up menu right in your browser. Instead of clicking through tabs or guessing
where something lives, Shortcuts for Google™ brings everything together in one calm, clutter-free space. Think of it as the digital equivalent of organizing your cabin shelves: tidy, intentional, and oh-so-hygge. With over 1,000 Google shortcuts to choose from, you can arrange your favorites in a way that feels warm, simple, and easy on the mind. Try it here: 🔗 https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/shortcuts-for-google/baohinapi lmkigilbbbcccncoljkdpnd Hygge tip: Add only the tools you use daily—simplicity creates its own sense of calm. Privacy Note: The developer states that the extension does not collect or sell your data. It’s designed for personal organization and does not touch or store student information. As always, avoid connecting any third-party extensions to sensitive data or systems.
December 8, 2025 - Techmas Day 4
✨ Day 4 – Do Nothing for 2 Minutes: A Tiny Pause for a Cozy Mind
For Day 4 of Hygge Techmas, we’re embracing the power of stillness. Do Nothing for 2 Minutes is a beautifully simple webpage that encourages you to step away from the rush, breathe deeply, and enjoy a short moment of calm. No clicking, no scrolling, no multitasking — just two quiet minutes of rest. In a season that can feel fast and full, this
tiny pause is like sitting beside a warm fire with a soft blanket: grounding, soothing, and gently restorative. Hygge reminds us that comfort often comes from the smallest acts of care, and this tool delivers exactly that — a moment to slow down and just be. Take your two-minute break here: 🔗 https://donothingfor2minutes.org/ Hygge Tip: Start or end a busy stretch of your day with this simple pause. Pair it with a warm drink or soft music for an extra moment of comfort. Privacy Note: Do Nothing for 2 Minutes requires no login and collects no personal data. It is safe for staff use and not intended for students.
December 9, 2025 - Techmas Day 5
✨ Day 5 – Google’s Built-In Tools: Tiny Moments of Calm at Your Fingertips For Day 5 of Hygge Techmas, we’re
highlighting something simple, surprising, and wonderfully soothing: the calming tools hidden right inside Google Search . With a quick search, you can access small, quiet utilities that help you pause, focus, reset, or add a little gentle order to the day — no apps, no downloads, no logins. One of the most calming gems is the
1-minute breathing exercise. Just type “breathing exercise” into Google, and you’ll see a soft, looping animation that guides you through one minute of intentional breathing. It’s a tiny digital pause — warm, grounding, and perfect for when you need a moment to reset between classes, meetings, or emails. Google Search also includes other simple, cozy tools you might love: ● Metronome – for steady pacing or gentle focus
● Color Picker – for choosing soft, hygge-inspired color palettes
● Roll a die / Flip a coin – quick decisions, low stress
● Random Number Generator – for organizing tasks or planning
● Timer & Stopwatch – quiet structure without extra apps
You can try the breathing tool here: 🔗 https://www.google.com/search?q=breathing+exercise
Hygge Tip: Make this a small ritual — one minute of breathing before the school day begins or before heading home. Little moments of stillness create big feelings of calm. Privacy Note: These Google tools are built directly into Search, require no login, store no data, and interact only with your device. Safe for staff use and not intended for student accounts.
December 10, 2025 - Techmas Day 6
✨ Day 6 – Chrome Canvas: A Quiet, Cozy Space to Create
For Day 6 of Hygge Techmas, we’re slowing things down with one of Google’s simplest and most soothing tools: Chrome Canvas — a quiet, minimal drawing space built right into your browser. No menus. No clutter. No pressure. Just a soft, blank page where you can doodle, sketch, color, or clear your mind for a few peaceful moments. Chrome Canvas is perfect for those tiny
in-between times — waiting for a meeting to start, taking a quick break, or resetting after an email-heavy morning. The soft pencil textures and simple interface make the experience feel almost like sketching beside a warm fire. And best of all, it’s completely private and requires no setup. Try it here: 🔗 https://canvas.apps.chrome Hygge Tip: Use a muted pencil color (foggy blue, soft charcoal, warm cocoa) and draw simple lines or shapes. Research shows that even 1–2 minutes of gentle drawing can lower stress and increase focus — the digital equivalent of wrapping your thoughts in a cozy blanket. Privacy Note: Chrome Canvas stores drawings locally in your Google account. It does not interact with student data and is safe for everyone to use.
December 11, 2025 - Techmas Day 7 ✨ Day 7 – Pixel Thoughts: A 60-Second Starry Mind Break
For Day 7 of Hygge Techmas, we’re taking a quiet moment under the stars. Pixel Thoughts is a tiny, beautifully simple website that guides you through a one-minute meditation as your worries float up into a glowing night sky. It’s soothing, whimsical, gentle — and an unexpected little pocket of peace in the middle of a busy school day. Just type whatever is weighing on your mind, press enter, and watch it slowly drift away as
the stars expand around you. The soft music and warm visuals help you reset, breathe a little deeper, and feel grounded again. It’s hygge in digital form: warm, slow, calming, and comforting. Try it here: 🔗 https://pixelthoughts.co/ Hygge Tip: Use Pixel Thoughts between classes, before meetings, or anytime your brain needs a soft, starry reset. Privacy Note: Pixel Thoughts does not collect account information, and your thoughts are not stored. It’s a simple, staff-focused mindfulness tool perfect for short mental breaks.
December 12, 2025 - Techmas Day 8 ✨ Day 8 – Gmail Subscription Management: A Cozy Declutter for Your Inbox
Today’s Hygge Techmas treat is all about creating calm through simplicity. Gmail’s Subscription Management feature helps you gently declutter your inbox by gathering all your newsletters, announcements, and promotional emails into one tidy place — making it easier to review, unsubscribe, or keep only what sparks joy.
Instead of hunting through a crowded inbox, Gmail now groups your email subscriptions under a single section labeled Subscriptions, showing you at a glance: ● Which newsletters you receive ● How often they appear ● Quick options to unsubscribe, manage preferences, or clean up old messages Think of it as digital hygge: clearing space, reducing noise, and making room for what actually supports your well-being. A lighter inbox means a lighter mind — perfect for this time of year. Learn more here: 🔗 https://support.google.com/mail/answer/subscriptions
Hygge Tip: Keep a few newsletters that inspire or comfort you… and kindly let the rest go. Your future self will thank you. Privacy Note: This tool is built directly into your MRH Google Workspace account and does not share or expose your data to third parties. It simply helps you manage what you already receive.
December 15, 2025 - Techmas Day 9 ✨ Day 9 – Google Keep: Letting Ideas Take Root
For Day 9 of Hygge Techmas, we’re focusing on gentle organization — the kind that creates space rather than pressure. Google Keep is a simple, flexible place to capture ideas, reminders, and to-dos without needing to organize everything all at once.
Instead of long lists or crowded documents, Keep lets you jot things down quickly and return to them when you’re ready. Notes can stay small, quiet, and visible — allowing ideas to take root and grow naturally over time. Hygge reminds us that progress doesn’t have to be rushed; sometimes it’s enough to give ideas a place to land. With Google Keep, you can: ● Capture quick thoughts before they disappear ● Use color-coded notes for visual calm ● Pin what matters most and let the rest rest quietly ● Turn notes into checklists when the moment is right Try it here: 🔗 https://keep.google.com/ Hygge Tip: Choose soft, neutral note colors and keep only a few active notes visible. A little tending goes a long way. Privacy Note: Google Keep is part of your MRH Google Workspace account. Notes remain private unless you choose to share them and are not shared with third parties.
December 16, 2025 - Techmas Day 10 ✨ Day 10 – Google Calendar Dark Mode: A Softer View of Your Day
For Day 10 of Hygge Techmas, we’re turning down the brightness — literally. Dark mode in Google Calendar offers a warmer, lower-contrast view of your schedule that’s easier on the eyes and a little gentler on the mind, especially during darker winter mornings and afternoons.
Switching to dark mode can help reduce eye strain, create visual calm, and make planning feel less harsh and more intentional. It’s a small change, but one that supports a quieter, cozier workday — very much in the spirit of hygge. To turn it on: ● On the web: Click the ⚙️ Settings icon → Appearance → Dark
● On mobile: Open the Calendar app → Settings → Theme → Dark
Hygge Tip: Pair dark mode with Focus Time blocks or fewer visible calendars to create a calmer planning space that supports balance instead of overwhelm. Privacy Note: Dark mode is a built-in display setting in Google Calendar within your MRH Google Workspace account. It does not affect data sharing or visibility.
December 17, 2025 - Techmas Day 11 ✨ Day 11 – FutureMe.org: A Letter to Your Future Self
For Day 11 of Hygge Techmas, we pause and look forward with kindness. FutureMe.org is a simple, powerful website where you can write a letter to yourself — and choose a date in the future for it to be delivered back to your inbox. It’s a moment of intention, reflection, and gentle self-care. Sometimes the best kind of calm isn’t just about quieting the present — it’s about planting a seed
of hope and encouragement for tomorrow. Writing a letter to your future self lets you acknowledge progress, hold space for dreams, and remind yourself of what matters most when the days get busy again. Whether you send a note a week from now, a month, or even a year ahead, your future self will receive a thoughtful message from you — like a digital hug waiting in
your inbox. Try it here: 🔗 https://www.futureme.org/ Hygge Tip:
Write a short note of encouragement — a few sentences about what you’re proud of this year, what you hope for yourself next year, or what you want to remember during the quiet moments. Privacy Note: FutureMe.org lets you choose whether your message is private or public, but for MRH staff use, we recommend selecting the “private” option so your letter is only sent to your email.
December 18, 2025 - Techmas Day 12 ✨ Day 12 – Radio Garden: Travel the World Through Sound
For Day 12 of Hygge Techmas, we invite you to take a soundworld stroll — without leaving your chair. Radio Garden lets you explore live radio stations from across the globe simply by spinning a virtual globe and choosing a place to listen. From smooth jazz in Paris to mellow folk in Reykjavík or cozy local voices just a click away, it’s like discovering little pockets of warmth on every continent. This isn’t about productivity — it’s about curiosity,
calm, and connection. Let the world’s soundscapes unfold as you sip your favorite warm drink and enjoy a moment of sonic hygge. Sometimes the most refreshing breaks come from listening rather than doing. Listen here: 🔗 https://radio.garden/ Hygge Tip: Pick a corner of the globe at random and see what station you hear — consider it your “digital day trip” for the afternoon. Privacy Note: Radio Garden streams publicly available radio stations. No login is required, and it does not access your personal or MRH accounts.
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