resources
While this list compiles some of my favorite resources, please note that there may be some items or links on other websites that I haven’t personally vetted. I hope these resources help you find a greater sense of calm and peace. Enjoy!
Calm the mind and nervous system
Meditation App with free content for day and night: Headspace
Another nice resource for free guided meditations: MARC at UCLA
Guide to Online Yoga classes: YOGI TIMES Guide to Online Yoga- many with free trials
TEDx Talk that explains how to keep the brain positive: Dr. Rick Hanson at TEDxMarin 2013
My blogs on calming the nervous system (these were written pre-pandemic, however are especially apt now):
How to Calm an Exploding Brain
Creating an Emotional Survival Kit
For Families
Wonderful talking points for small children from the Fred Rogers group:
Helping Children with Tragic Events in the News
Sites with additional Mental Health Resources
Government Resources:
LA County Department of Mental Health
CDC: Managing Stress and Anxiety
MHA’s List contains many useful links for all aspects of mental health and wellness:
Help with Addiction
List of Virtual 12-step meetings: Online Meetings
Emergency Hotlines
National Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233
Crisis Text Line -Text HOME To 741741
To inspire, entertain, and amuse
Funny Books compiled from NPR's Readers
Museum Asks People To Recreate Paintings With Stuff They Can Find at Home
A message from...David Hockney: 'Do remember they can’t cancel the spring'