La Gente Staff Recommendations for Self-Care

La Gente Staff Recommendations for Self-Care

Go For A Walk

“Being in nature really calms my mind. Sometimes there is no time to actually be in ~nature~ so going for a walk around the neighborhood helps. It’s grounding, refreshing, and - at times where every day is filled with endless mundanity - absolutely necessary.” Melissa Díaz, Managing Editor

Late night drives

“I love driving with no destination, just some Starbucks and my favorite tunes, it allows me to reflect and sometimes not think at all but just be.” Rebecca Gonzalez, Web Manager

Meditation

“Box meditation: breathe in for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, breathe out for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds. Repeat as many times as needed.” Lesley Ramirez, Spanish Writer

Yoga

“By taking a few moments to just breathe and stretch, I focus on where I am in the moment and ground myself instead of letting my anxiety run wild.” Ashley Huendo, Spanish Writing Editor

“Yoga allows me to move my body and release tension and stress.” HaileArriaza, Social Media Coordinator

Sing & Dance Like Nobody's Watching

“Dancing is so liberating. It’s where I find and love myself the most.” Paulina Fernandez, Social Media Staff

Zoom Hangouts

“Talking to my school friends gives me a sense of normalcy and keeps me from feeling completely isolated.” Marilyn Chavez-Martinez, Radio Staff

Do Your Nails

“Looking down at my nails and having such a small thing look so put together helps me feel put together as a whole person, even if I look like a mess and haven’t done anything all day.” Emilia Acevedo, Spanish Writer

Step Outside Your Routine

“...life may get boring doing the same routine. Have some time available to do something spontaneous or exciting for a day to practice self care!” Jonathan Valenzuela Mejia, Spanish Intern