With so many things to do in Southern California, you may not need to go far from home to feel like you’re on vacation. If you’re planning a staycation for your family, consider adding these budget-friendly events to your itinerary. Summer Concerts The South Bay area is filled with summer concerts. Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, […]
There are several seasonal and year-round activities in the South Bay area. Many of them can be enjoyed for under $20. Here are just a few: The strand from South Hermosa to North Manhattan offers wonderful waterfront and beach activities for all ages. Try your hand at kite flying. Walk the beaches and collect shells. […]
For dog lovers and outdoor enthusiasts, there’s nothing better than grabbing your four-legged best friend and hitting the trails for a hike. Los Angeles offers some great hiking options that you and your dog can appreciate! Runyon Canyon Park Runyon Canyon Park is one of the most popular hiking spots in LA — with good […]
Manhattan Beach is a great beach community for families looking to escape the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles or spend a refreshing vacation on the water. Beyond the obvious attractions of the ocean and the beach, there are many options for family-friendly activities throughout this area. Here are just a few options to consider […]
There are three “What” skills for when practicing mindfulness. Observe Describe Participate When mindfully observing, we want to observe just the facts through our senses. To notice, acknowledge and then let go. Aim not to hold onto, or avoid, what is being observed; nor do we want to judge or put value to our experience. […]
When wanting to be mindful, there are three skills to practice: Be Nonjudgmental Be One-Mindful Be Effective By practicing being non-judgmental, we are removing any assumptions and interpretations of what we are observing. We remove any value placed on what is observed. Things are not stated as “good” or “bad,” “should” or “should not.” Leave […]
An Affect is a term that encompasses a broad range of feelings that people can experience. It embodies both emotions and moods. An Emotion is an intense feeling that is short-term and is typically directed at a source. Emotions can often have indicative facial expressions and body language as well. A Mood is a state […]
Be around your loved ones. By being around supportive people who care about you, such as family and friends, you can have a place to go to when times get tough. It is important to have people around who can listen and validate you during difficult times. Learn more and be curious. As they […]
Living life in the here and now without any judgments or attachments to your experience is what mindfulness is all about. The more we practice mindfulness, the more skilled we can become with taking control of our mind. As we experience reality as it is by living in the moment, we can reduce our personal […]
Ever feel like you can’t seem to find the right words to describe what you are feeling or experiencing? Sometimes it’s just difficult to explain ourselves if we simply don’t have to the words to describe ourselves, which can be quite frustrating! By being able to put words to our experiences, we can feel validated […]
