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In the past few weeks, we have discussed many ways to take care of yourself – including physical health, keeping your brain stimulated, gratitude journaling, and mindfulness. Reinforcing the benefits of mindfulness, we wanted to share some resources from YouTube with you.
A 5 minute meditation you can do anywhere - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=inpok4MKVLM
A 10 minute mindfulness meditation - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZToicYcHIOU
A TED talk about how living in the present moment has a transformative power - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzR62JJCMBQ
Another TED talk about how mindfulness changes the emotional life of our brains - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7CBfCW67xT8
A cute animation why mindfulness is a superpower - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6T02g5hnT4
We hope resources like these are helping you to stay positive and healthy!
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An explosion and fire at a commercial building in downtown Los Angeles Saturday night has wounded 11 firefighters, the LA Fire Department said in a statement. AP describes the business as a "hash oil manufacturer."
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As we enter summer, we recognize that many summer vacations and family trips are being cancelled. Travel and Leisure has made a list of 100+ things to do at home during quarantine that can try to make up for not being able to go this year. From this list, you can go on virtual tours and go sightseeing around the world with these virtual destinations. Some highlights from the list were tours of Europe’s famous castles, virtual train rides from around the world, visuals of Aruba or Saint Lucia to enjoy island life, and some hotels are even live streaming to make you feel like you’re on vacation. Fortunately, you can also explore museums, art, theater, and culture at home, too! When else can you explore Machu Picchu and then immediately see the inside of the Louvre?
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In this large commercially insured population in the United States, cannabis use was associated with a higher prevalence of certain fungal infections. Although these infections were uncommon, they can result in substantial illness and even death, particularly in immunocompromised persons.
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Hi all! Here are some highlights from this week.
- National Prevention week has brought more awareness to mental health and/or substance use disorders. Learn more on SAMHSA.gov.
- A community Facebook page was created to celebrate San Diego’s graduating seniors. Here, family members can post their grad and some of their accomplishments. Then, individuals interested in "adopting" a senior can contact their parents for more information to send the student a sweet gift. Read about it here.
- Today, the U.S. Air Force Squadron, the Thunderbirds, will fly over San Diego to recognize healthcare workers, first responders, and other essential personnel while standing in solidarity with all Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read here and see their flight path.
- Also, this week the one-month old giraffe at the Safari Park was officially named Zahara. See her adorable pictures here.
Have a nice weekend!
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