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How to practice mindful eating, movement and connection

September 20, 2021

Aspire Blog - mindfulness

As we focus on "Choose Happy" and the link between happiness and health, one of the ways to do this is by practicing mindfulness when we eat, when we move and when we connect with people.

Bill Lee, Aspire Health Plan member, shares his experience with the health coaching program

September 6, 2021

Aspire Blog - Bill Lee and health coach

Following heart surgery and social isolation during COVID-19, Aspire Health Plan member Bill Lee was feeling very depressed. He joined the health coaching program and soon found it to be beneficial.

How to create a wellness vision and take charge of your thoughts

August 16, 2021

aspire blog - creating a wellness vision

A wellness vision can help lead to your best, healthy and happy self. Earlier this year, our Population Health Team presented on "Creating a Wellness Vision + Taking Charge of Your Thoughts." We decided to share some key information from this presentation to help you create your wellness vision.

Why spending time outside makes us happy

Aspire Blog - best hiking trails for seniors in Monterey County

Research shows that people who spend more time outside report better health and greater happiness. We provide suggestions for outdoor activities including a list of day hikes around Monterey County.

An interview with Nicole Jurgens, a health coach working with diabetics in Monterey County

aspire blog - nicole jurgens - health coaching program

Health coaches like Nicole Jurgens offer personalized one-on-one support to help Aspire Health Plan members and the community meet health goals, access health resources, and reduce risks or complications related to chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes. We asked her questions about her role.

An interview with Luis Viera, a health coach working with prediabetics

luis viera - monterey county health coach

Did you know that Aspire Health Plan and the Diabetes Collaborative of Monterey County have teamed up to help you make meaningful changes in your lifestyle that can reduce your risk of diabetes? We recently sat down with Luis Viera, a bilingual health coach who works with prediabetics through one-on-one coaching and the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) to talk more about his role.

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