Visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium virtually!

See live shots from the Penguin Cam, the Moon Jelly Cam, Coral Reef Cam, Shark Cam, or the Otter Cam!! The Sea Otters in the exhibit love to play with toys, lounge in ice buckets or just snooze.  So cute!!

What do you need more of today? Joy, forgiveness, centering, love? 

Write that word down and meditatively doodle around it. There is no judgement in your doodling, this is about the process not the product, 

Every night for one week write down three things that brought you a quick smile or felt good.

People who are grateful tend to be happier, healthier and more fulfilled. Being grateful can help people cope with stress and can even have a beneficial effect on heart rate. This action is easy to do yet its benefits have been scientifically proven.

Try the App!! Three Good Things - A Happiness Journal 

When the sun peeks out today make sure to get out there and soak some up! 

It only takes 5 - 15 minutes of sunlight a few times a week to boost your mood. Get outside and expose yourself to direct sun on your arms and face to soak up necessary vitamin D. 

Getting some sun also increases your serotonin, which is associated with better mental health, protecting against anxiety and depression.

Spread some kindness!!

Bake cookies for your neighbors and leave them on their doorstep. 

Go here for ideas to get you started!

There are a lot of unknowns at this time, but Headspace is here to help support you through this time with free meditations.

The Headspace App includes meditations, sleep, and movement exercises to help you out however you are feeling.

Maintain a sleep schedule and manage your happiness.

Sleep is critical to wellness. Getting enough (continuous) sleep is so important! 

Connect with others. 

Use your phone or platforms like FaceTime, Skype or Zoom to talk with family and friends. 

Share how you’re feeling and actively listen to others when they share how they are feeling.

There’s a belief that you can form a new habit by doing it continuously for 21 days. 

The idea is to do (or quit doing) some action for 21 days repeatedly. The 21 Days Challenge app has a few challenges you can try: social media detox, no junk food, happiness, productivity, gratitude, and declutter.

It’s just three weeks, you can do it, right?

Looking for peace and quiet? You've already got it. 

In this animation, Headspace's co-founder, Andy Puddicombe, describes the stillness that's present in all our minds so long as we know how to find it. Happiness means getting in touch with that sense of underlying calm. And once we've experienced it, it's always with us, just like the blue sky is there, no matter how stormy the clouds start to look.

Rainy days got you down? Try this pick-me-up!

If you're starting to notice that you're feeling down, this craft could be a fun resource. Everyone could use some positive self talk, so why not give it a shot? Start with some self affirmations that are meaningful to you. Then, follow this link to make your own fortune teller!

Create an inspirational and motivational box!

Create a motivational box for yourself or a friend. Start with positive thoughts and quotes that speak to your heart. Add a few of your favorite things like candles, tea, games, sweets, fuzzy socks, photos, a music playlist, whatever! The possibilities are endless, and this is sure to be bursting with positive and uplifting vibes!