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Earn Your Bragging Rights & Rewards: Create or Login to Limeade ONE
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The Power of Gratitude and Mindfulness: Transforming Well-being
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We often hear about gratitude and mindfulness, but what do these terms really mean? In the midst of life's challenges, such as endless to-do lists, family health issues, or procrastinated projects, it's crucial to adopt well-being practices.
Practicing gratitude means intentionally recognizing the positives in your life, like family, friends, or a partner. This practice can reduce stress, improve sleep, and boost self-esteem. By intentionally focusing on the good, you can positively impact your mental health.
Mindfulness is another effective well-being practice. It helps you navigate tough times with grace, acceptance, and surrender. Being fully aware of the present moment and approaching reality without judgment are key aspects of mindfulness. This includes being conscious of your surroundings, acknowledging your thoughts and emotions, and grounding yourself in the present moment.
Practice the power of gratitude and mindfulness
Both gratitude and mindfulness can transform your well-being with simple practices. To make these practices more accessible, consider exploring the "How to Practice Gratitude" and "Mindfulness: Feeling Overwhelmed? Find Ease" activities on the LIVEwell platform.
Remember, adopting these practices may seem easier said than done, but the willingness to learn and cultivate these habits will spark curiosity and a desire for personal growth. Start your journey to enhanced well-being today.
Sources:
- Lebow, Hilary I. “Mindfulness and Gratitude: Why and How They Should Pair.” Psych Central, Psych Central, 12 July 2021, psychcentral.com/blog/how-gratitude-and-mindfulness-go-hand-in-hand.
- “Getting Started with Mindfulness.” Mindful, 2018, www.mindful.org/meditation/mindfulness-getting-started/.
- “Cultivating a Gratitude Habit for Improved Well-Being | Psychology Today.” Www.psychologytoday.com, www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/beyond-school-walls/202304/cultivating-a-gratitude-habit-for-improved-well-being. Accessed 23 Nov. 2023.
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SUPPORT PLUS - EMPLOYEE AND FAMILY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EFAP)
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As a civilian employee of the LAwell Program, you are automatically enrolled in Support Plus - EFAP at no cost to you. Services may include some or all of the following:
- Work-Life Resources on topics such as parenting, eldercare, legal resources, and financial education.
- Convenience Services for everyday needs such as travel support, event planning, and finding household service providers.
- Confidential Counseling Services in areas such as stress management, personal relationships, and substance abuse.
Employees and members of their household can access Support Plus - EFAP representatives anytime – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – toll-free. English- and Spanish-speaking counselors are available.
*Callers will be asked to indicate they are LA City employees or household members of LA City employees.
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The Steps Challenge Begins Next Month!
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Weekly LIVEwell Classes - NEW Saturday Time!
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**UPDATE: Rev up your weekend routine with our new 30-min "Body Sculpt" class. It is designed to boost energy levels, improve endurance, and enhance cardiovascular strength, and flexibility. Join us every Saturday at 9am!
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ACCESS CODE: LIVEWELL2023
Visit LIVEwell.la for the full schedule and class description.
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Level Achievement Quarterly Drawings!
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December 31, 2023 will mark the end to Q2 of the LIVEwell program. As a reminder, something new to the program this year is Quarterly Level Achievement Drawings. Everyone that has reached level 1 or higher, will be put into a drawing to win additional rewards - one winner per level.
The LIVEwell team is cheering for you, and we encourage you all to try your very best to complete as many activities over the month of December as possible - working your way up the level ladder - before the raffle in January 2024!
*Note: winners will be excluded from future level achievement drawings.
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Are you an active participant of our weekly live Zoom fitness classes? If so, we want to hear from you! Please reach out to the LIVEwell team to express your interest in helping with a testimonial video to help encourage more of your colleagues to join!
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Monthly Cooking Demo:
Christmas Frittata
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 Wed. December 13th, 2023
5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.
*Shopping list |
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LIVEwell Social Feed:
Chicken Pesto Meatballs
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LIVEwell Discover Tab:
Join or Create a Team
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In the Services tab, there is a button for “How To Videos”, this month we suggest reviewing ‘how to create a team’, as we prep for the Steps Challenge in coming in January!
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Employee Benefits Division Personnel Department
200 N. Spring St., Room 867
Los Angeles, CA 90012
LIVEwell.la (213) 978-1619
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