People who feel more connected to others have lower levels of anxiety and depression, higher self-esteem, greater empathy and are more trusting and cooperative. In other words, social connectedness generates a positive feedback loop of social, emotional and physical well-being.
View the Social Connection & Mindfulness Calendar
For further mental health resources, check out our Mental Health Awareness Month Resources.
Mindful Connections Wellness Workshops
Mindful Connections is the go-to place for you to gain valuable insight and practical tools to help shift your mindset and improve your quality of life.
By completing this registration form once, you are welcome to attend one or multiple sessions. We ask that all participants be age 18 and older to receive services at South Bay Adult School. Once registered, you will receive email reminders for each session.
Upcoming Session Dates 2025:
January 28 - March 11, 2025 (7 Sessions)
Tuesdays, 12 - 1:30 p.m.
Featured Topics:
- Prioritizing Goals and Physical Health (January 28)
- Rebuilding Social Connections and Play (February 4)
- Taking Control of Stress (February 11)
- Introduction to Mental Health First Aid (February 18)
- Awareness of What We Consume (February 25)
- Practice Self-Care, Gratitude and Mindfulness (March 4)
- Zumba Fitness Class and Celebration (March 11)
April 15 - May 27, 2025 (7 Sessions)
Tuesdays, 12:00-1:30 p.m.
Free, pre-registration is requested
Location:
South Bay Adult School
3401 Inglewood Avenue, Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Room 10 and adjacent patio
Sessions will not be available online or recorded.
Cost: Free
Contact:
If you have any questions or comments, please contact Tiana Rideout-Rosales, (310) 374-3426 ext. 8139, tiana.rideout-rosales@bchd.org
Virtual Happiness Chat
This is a casual discussion group with light-hearted activities to spark conversation. Share ideas, tips, resources, jokes, quotes – anything that supports our happiness!
Second Tuesday of the month from 12:30 - 1 p.m.
Register Here
Recorded Mental Heath & Happiness Series
Welcome to the self-led Mental Health & Happiness Series. For each topic, there are two videos and two documents. Please dedicate one hour for each topic. To support your experience, consider: 1) attending an upcoming Happiness Chat, 2) inviting a friend to participate with you and be accountability buddies, or 3) reach out to the series facilitator, Tiana Rideout-Rosales, tiana.rideout-rosales@bchd.org.
Start by watching the Introduction to the Mental Health & Happiness Series
Maximize Gratitude: Express appreciation and savor kindness
- Start by watching the Maximize Gratitude Workshop
- For your reference, download the Gratitude Summary & Resources Sheet
- Watch the guidance video about Activities to Maximize Gratitude
- To accompany the video, download the Gratitude Activity Worksheet
- Share about your experience by taking the Series Survey
Boost Empathy: Support connection and shift perspective
- Start by watching the Boost Empathy Workshop
- For your reference, download the Empathy Summary & Resources Sheet
- Watch the guidance video about Activities to Boost Empathy
- To accompany the video, download the Empathy Activity Worksheet
- Share about your experience by taking the Series Survey
Cultivate Bravery: Embrace opportunities and manage change
- Start by watching the Cultivate Bravery Workshop
- For your reference, download the Bravery Summary & Resources Sheet
- Watch the guidance video about Activities to Cultivate Bravery
- To accompany the video, download the Bravery Activity Worksheet
- Listen to the Mindful Moai recording here
- Share about your experience by taking the Series Survey
Reaffirm Purpose: Navigate transitions and focus on meaning
- Start by watching the Reaffirm Purpose Workshop
- For your reference, download the Purpose Summary & Resources Sheet
- Watch the guidance video about Activities to Reaffirm Purpose
- To accompany the video, download the Purpose Activity Worksheet
- Share about your experience by taking the Series Survey
After you complete the series:
- Watch the Thank You Message from Tiana
- Take the LiveWell Pledge. To watch the video click here.
- View additional resources mentioned during the series at www.bchd.org/coronavirus
Find more opportunities to connect and build stress resilience skills:
