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Emotional Mapping & Support Canvas
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Emotional Mapping & Support Canvas

Italy
Contributor
Martina G. Cipolletti, Mulab, Cross-disciplinary Designer and Relational Coach
Tool format
Reflection guide / mentoring support tool
Purpose
It helps participants identify their emotional state, sources of stress, and personal or collective support needs.

It supports facilitators in understanding group wellbeing and adapting the process.

When is it used

During check-in sessions

Before or after intense working phases

As part of reflection or evaluation moments

Instructions for use

1. Distribute the canvas
Give each participant a printed or digital copy.

2. Individual reflection (5–10 minutes)
Participants fill in the sections individually and privately.

3. Optional sharing (10–20 minutes)
Participants share selected parts in pairs or small groups.

4. Group insight collection (10–15 minutes)
Facilitator gathers recurring themes (verbally or on a board).

5. Action adjustment (5–10 minutes)
Use insights to adapt the session, pace, or group agreements.

Notes for facilitators

Clarify that participants can choose what to share
Avoid collecting sensitive personal data in written form if confidentiality cannot be guaranteed
Look for patterns, not individual “problems”
Use the tool to adjust the process, not to label participants
This tool works best when used consistently over time