Tag Archive for: Blue Zones Project
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How to start your new year with purpose and vision
Blue Zones Project – Monterey County, Mental health and wellbeing, Partners in Health, Your Health and WellnessAccording to the Blue Zones, "a strong sense of purpose can really reduce stress in your life. You'll have less worry and anxiety, be more clear about your goals, be less motivated by the positive opinions of others and you may not fret as much about decisions." What a great way to start your year!
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How to practice mindful eating, movement and connection
Blue Zones Project – Monterey County, Choose Happy, Exercise and fitness, Food and nutrition, Mental health and wellbeing, Partners in Health, Your Health and WellnessAs 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.
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Why spending time outside makes us happy
Choose HappyResearch 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.
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Social connection, happiness and health
Choose HappyStudies 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.
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Five things to remember as you “Choose Happy” this year
Choose HappyWe 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.
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Four nutrition tips from the Blue Zones
Blue Zones Project – Monterey County, Food and nutrition, Partners in Health, Your Health and WellnessMarch 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.