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 B-Well campaign in partnership with BeachLife Festival and our Mental Health Awareness Month Resources.
Maximize Gratitude Workshop
Wednesday, November 30
from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Beach Cities Room at Beach Cities Health District,
514 N. Prospect Ave., Lower Level, Redondo Beach CA 90277
Free, pre-registration is requested
Join Beach Cities Health District for an in-person workshop to Maximize Gratitude, one of four themes in Beach Cities Health District’s Mental Health & Happiness Series. Learn how to boost your well-being through evidence-based practices to build resilience, feel more connected and be happier. During this workshop, participants will learn about the key benefits of gratitude, experience accessible tools to foster more positive social connections, and build a personal practice to express appreciation and savor kindness. Facilitated by Tiana Rideout-Rosales, BCHD Well-Being Programs Supervisor. VIEW FLYER
Questions? Please contact Jackie Uy, jackie.uy@bchd.org or 310-374-3426.
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
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