How can the Insider Watch Challenge help me this Christmas?
Christmas is billed as being the Most Wonderful Time of Year, but for many, Christmas can be a time which has a big impact on our mental health.
There are so many reasons why Christmas can be a hard time.
Loneliness
Money Worries
Grief and bereavement
Difficult Family Relationships
Social Pressure
to name just a few.
AI-generated image of a woman wearing her watch Inside her wrist for the Insider Watch Challenge.
I was thinking about this and decided to ask ChatGPT this question.
“How can the Insider Watch Challenge help me this Christmas?”
If you are unfamiliar with Chat GPT it is an AI chatbot that uses machine learning to understand and generate human-like text. It can answer questions, write essays, blogs, emails and help with job applications.
I had no idea what the answer to my question would be but I was pleasantly surprised and decided to create a Reel for TikTok and Instagram and encourage others to ask ChatGPT the same question, hoping it would help those struggling this Christmas.
Here’s the answer I got from ChatGPT
The Insider Watch Challenge by Phil Jones Photography can offer a unique and meaningful way to engage with the holiday season. The challenge encourages people to “Wear it. Flip it. Share it!”—which means wearing your smartwatch or watch with the face on the inside of your wrist and sharing a photo or story on social media. But it’s more than just a quirky fashion statement; it’s a symbolic gesture aimed at raising awareness of mental health issues, personal struggles, and life’s everyday challenges.
Here’s how it could benefit you this Christmas:
Spread Awareness and Positivity: The challenge is about supporting others who may be struggling with anxiety, mental health, or other life challenges. By sharing your story or supporting someone else’s, you can help break down stigmas and inspire others to “turn things around”.
Community and Connection: The holiday season can be isolating for some, and taking part in a community-driven initiative can foster a sense of belonging. By sharing your photos and stories, you’ll be joining a broader community of people supporting each other through life’s ups and downs.
Self-Reflection and Motivation: Participating in the challenge can also be a way to reflect on your personal journey. Whether it’s battling anxiety, dealing with parenting struggles, or overcoming self-doubt, the challenge invites you to take control of your story and inspire others to do the same.
A Fun Holiday Activity: If you’re looking for something creative to do with friends or family, the Insider Watch Challenge offers a simple yet meaningful project. You can all flip your watches, snap photos, and share your collective stories online, turning it into a bonding activity for the holiday season.
To participate, all you need to do is flip your watch, take a photo or video, and share it on social media with the hashtags #InsiderWatchChallenge and #WearItFlipItShareIt. You can also tag relevant social media accounts to broaden the message. It’s a small but impactful way to close out the year on a positive note.
If you’d like to learn more, you can visit the official Phil Jones Photography website or explore the Insider Watch Challenge posts on social media.
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As far as I understand it, you never get the same answer twice from ChatGPT so I asked the same question again, but using a different device. I also thought it would be fitting if I generated some AI Images to accompany this blog, it wasn’t easy, and like some people, AI didn’t at first grasp the idea of wearing a watch inside the wrist or upside down, but using AI is a conversation for another blog.
ChatGPT: How can the Insider Watch Challenge help me this Christmas?
The Insider Watch Challenge can be a powerful tool to help you navigate the challenges of Christmas, transforming this often overwhelming season into an opportunity for growth and connection. Here’s how it can help you:
1. Shift Your Perspective
The act of flipping your watch face inward symbolizes “turning things around.” During Christmas, when stress, loneliness, or grief can feel magnified, this small daily reminder can help you focus on what truly matters—small joys, acts of kindness, or moments of gratitude.
2. Reduce Holiday Overwhelm
The challenge encourages mindfulness. Every time you look at your flipped watch, it’s a cue to pause and take a deep breath. It can help you stay present, reducing anxiety about gift-buying, social expectations, or other holiday pressures.
3. Find Connection
When someone notices your flipped watch, it creates an opportunity to share the story behind it. Christmas can feel isolating for many, but this challenge helps you start meaningful conversations, fostering connection and a sense of togetherness.
4. Encourage Self-Care
The holiday season often focuses on giving to others, leaving little room for yourself. The Insider Watch Challenge reminds you to check in with your feelings and needs, empowering you to prioritize your mental and emotional health.
5. Create New Traditions
If Christmas feels heavy due to past losses or unmet expectations, this challenge offers a fresh, uplifting way to engage with the season. It can be the start of a personal tradition focused on hope, resilience, and small daily wins.
6. Be Part of a Community
Joining the movement connects you to others who are also striving to overcome struggles. This sense of solidarity can be especially comforting during a time that often highlights loneliness for many.
This Christmas, let the Insider Watch Challenge help you flip the script on holiday stress and find strength in the small, intentional moments that make the season brighter. ❤️ ⏱
Now I thought that ChatGPT had a good understanding of the underlying message is behind the Insider Watch Challenge, and yes, it can be a fun activity with your family as well as record more accurately on your smartwatch when worn inside the wrist, palm side up, but more importantly for me the challenge inspires and encourages you that things will be okay.
AI generated image
Flip your watch so the face is on the inside of your wrist. This simple act symbolizes “turning things around. Each time you look at your watch, think about one way you can make a positive shift in your day—big or small.
If you are struggling this Christmas, I would love to know if this has helped you. Although the response was generated by AI, the bot discovered the information written by humans, people who have gone through their own challenges and struggles, shared their stories and have turned things around.
Don’t be afraid to reach out to a friend, organisation, charity or local church for help. Having someone to talk to can put a completely different angle on a situation. Remember, you aren’t alone. Try the Insider Watch Challenge and share a photo on social media and tag #InsiderWatchChallenge #WearItFlipItShareIt or email it to me and I'll add it at the end of this blog,
https://www.instagram.com/philjones.photography/
or https://www.instagram.com/the.adventures.of.phil.jones/
However you spend Christmas, I hope you find peace and can celebrate it in a special way.
Merry Christmas.
Phil
