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How to practice mindful eating, movement and connection

September 20, 2021

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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.

Why spending time outside makes us happy

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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.

Social connection, happiness and health

Aspire Blog - Social Connection and Happiness

Studies have shown that social connection does, in fact, lead to happiness. Here in Monterey County, there are plenty of opportunities for us to stay connected and support healthy behavior.

Five things to remember as you “Choose Happy” this year

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We need to remember the importance of achieving and sustaining happiness – a vital source of keeping the mind, body and soul healthy for the rest of our lives. This year, as we look to bring happiness and positivity back into our lives, here are a few things to remember.

Four nutrition tips from the Blue Zones

Aspire Blog - Four Nutrition Tips from the Blue Zones

March is National Nutrition Month, and it is a great time to take inventory of what you are putting into your body. The Blue Zones Project® is working locally in Monterey County on supporting these findings to create a sustainable impact. Using these and other resources, we put together these nutrition tips.

Cuatro consejos de nutrición de Zonas Azules (Blue Zones)

Aspire Blog - Four Nutrition Tips from the Blue Zones

Marzo es el Mes Nacional de la Nutrición y es un buen momento para que tome un inventario de lo que está ingiriendo en su cuerpo. Utilizando estos y otros recursos, reunimos estos cuatro consejos de nutrición de las Zonas Azules.