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3 | Use this link to locate food banks in your area; they need your support! | ||
4 | What is it? | Where can I find it? | Anything else I should know? |
5 | COVID-19 Resources for Social Workers and Therapists | Link | 40 resources including free on demand trainings (some of which offer free CEUs), resources to assist with hospice and palliative care, protecting immigrant families, and several social work and higher education specific resources. |
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8 | Live Streams | ||
9 | Nature Live Stream | Link | Forbes article: Connect with nature at home |
10 | Melbourne Symphony Orchestra | Link | Live streaming music throughout the ban on public events |
11 | The Metropolitan Opera | Link | Streaming free operas |
12 | Live-stream Sangha Sessions | Link | The iRest Institute is an educational non-profit that provides events, teacher trainings, and educational content based on the ancient teachings of Yoga Nidra but presented in a form made accessible for modern day living |
13 | Free Museum Tours | Link | Several famous museums are offering live tours. |
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15 | Movement | ||
16 | Online Yoga & Meditation | Link | Ekhart is offering 12 free online classes |
17 | Yoga App | Link | Down Dog, Yoga for Beginners, HIIT, Barre, and 7 Minute Workout - completely free until April 1st. |
18 | CorePower Yoga On Demand* | Link | While CorePower Yoga studios are closed, they are offering some free online classes. |
19 | Yoga with Adriene | Link | Their mission is to reach as many people as possible with high-quality free yoga videos. They welcome all levels, all bodies, all genders, all souls. |
20 | Trauma Sensitive Yoga live online | Link | These online classes are our community response to this unprecedentend global experience that we are all engaged in right now with the impact of the coronavirus. |
21 | Bala Yoga | Link | Seattle based yoga studio; live streaming classes on Facebook Live & Instagram |
22 | Citizen's Yoga | Link | Cleveland based yoga hosting classes (Sindy's my favorite!) and meditation |
23 | YogaWorks | Link | Promo code: ONLINE |
24 | Yoga Sol (Livestreaming) | Link | Free classes in real time. Classes include: Candlelight Flow, Yoga Sculpt, Yoga Flow, Yoga Restore, etc. |
25 | Gaga Dance Class | Link | Gaga/people and Gaga/dancers classes, live-streamed 8 times a day, 7 days a week. Classes are entirely donation based and open to anyone. |
26 | Dancing Alone Together | Link | MOVE — Live-Streamed Dance Classes CREATE — Dance-Making Prompts & Communities WATCH — Dance Performance Footage & Films |
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28 | Meditation & Mindfulness | ||
29 | 20 Minute Guided Meditation | Link | Family Wellness Counselor, Norman Elizondo, of Open Sky leads a 20-minute sitting meditation |
30 | Meditation Minis Podcasts | Link | |
31 | Extreme Relaxation 16-min hypnosis audio | Link | Free guided 16-minute very deep relaxing hypnosis. |
32 | East Bay Meditation Center | Link | Strong social justice/access-centered lens. Programs operate on a gift economy system and most teachers are from under-represented communities in the teaching of mindfulness. |
33 | Daily Live Online Group Meditation | Link | 100+ sessions each month and through June you can join for free. |
34 | Free 30 minute mindfulness sessions | Link | Small group mindfulness meditaiton and an opportunity for group check-in/discussion |
35 | 10 Minute Meditation; "The Eye of The Hurricane" | Link | This meditation is part of "The Crisis Kit", a free resource for helping clients through turbulent times |
36 | Sleep Meditation | Link | This relaxing meditation led by Deepak Chopra will help you overcome insomnia and settle into deep sleep. |
37 | 25 Fun Mindfulness Activities for Children and Teens | Link | Very comprehensive and helpful resource for understanding and implementing mindfulness |
38 | 3 Mindfulness Activities Booklet PDF download | Link | |
39 | Thich Nhat Hanh - Guided Calm Meditation | Link | 20 minute guided meditation |
40 | Music | ||
41 | Melbourne Symphony Orchestra | Link | Live streaming music throughout the ban on public events |
42 | The Metropolitan Opera | Link | Streaming free operas |
43 | Dad's Jazz Meets The Future | Link | Music is incredibly helpful in times like these. This playlist is a mixure of jazz and funk-fusion tunes. Some are classics, some are new, some are out of the ordinary, listen and enjoy! |
44 | Quarantine Morale Boost Playlist | Link | Dance; it helps |
45 | Online Music Festival | Link | |
46 | Talking Heads Concert | Link | "Stop Making Sense" is a 1984 American concert film featuring a live performance by Talking Heads |
47 | Expression & Creativity | ||
48 | Alex Elle RESTORE writing guide | Link | Alex Elle has put together a grounding writing practice to ground & restore |
49 | Free online mindful writing sessions | Link | Guided meditation followed by mindful writing practice and sharing in breakout rooms. Led by published author and MBSR teacher. Free until at least April 12. |
50 | 10 University Art Classes | Link | More than 10,000 online courses listed by 800 different universities |
51 | Broadway Plays & Musicals | Link | 15 Broadway Plays and Musicals You Can Watch On Stage From Home |
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53 | Education | ||
54 | Psychology Today, NPR, Shine, & VICE Articles | Link | reliable, accessible articles to help you take care of your mental health amidst the coronavirus |
55 | CDC: Manage Anxiety & Stress | Link | |
56 | Video on dealing with Coronavirus Anxiety | Link | YouTube Video explaining the stress response & how to cope. Additional resources are provided. |
57 | "Coronavirus Sanity Guide" | Link | Podcasts, guided meditations, talks, newsletters. daily livestream at 3pm |
58 | Mental Health and Psychosocial Considerations During COVID-19 Outbreak | Link | mental health considerations were developed by the Mental Health Department as support for mental and psychological well-being during COVID-19 outbreak |
59 | Self-Isolation Psychology Well-being Guide | Link | Accessible resource/activity guide to support your mental health and wellbeing through this challenging time |
60 | Greater Good’s Guide to Well-Being During Coronavirus | Link | UC Berkley: practices, resources, and articles for individuals, parents, and educators facing COVID-19 |
61 | Sleep Hygiene | Link | Helpful tips & tricks for a restful night |
62 | Podcasts | ||
63 | The On Being Project podcast hosted by Krista Tippett | Link | Groundbreaking Peabody Award winning conversations about the big questions of meaning- spiritual inquiry, science, social healing, and the arts. GREAT inspiring conversations on here |
64 | Selfie Podcast: Let’s talk self-care. | Link | Kristen Howerton, writer and psychotherapist, is joined by her longtime pal Roo Powell, self-professed workaholic and self-care luddite, as they tackle the tricky and often elusive aspects of caring for ourselves. |
65 | Therapy for Black Girls by Dr. Joy Harden Bradford | Link | The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly chat about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. |
66 | Untangle! Podcast | Link | Hosts Patricia Karpas and Ariel Garten interview authors, experts and thought-leaders in areas related to mindfulness, brain health practices, leadership, life and so much more! You’ll hear from psychologists, neuroscientists, nutritionists, storytellers, buddhists, MD’s, Sleep experts etc. It’s a wide collection of interviews with thoughtful, provocative, inspirational and sometimes funny guests who share their true and heartfelt experiences. |
67 | Irresistible by Kate Werning (formerly known as Healing Justice Podcast) | Link | Irresistible is a virtual practice space at the intersection of collective healing and social change. They share conversations with powerful social justice leaders and accompanying audio practices to help resource you in your leadership and vision. |
68 | hey, girl. Podcast by Alex Elle | Link | hey, girl. is a podcast that unites the voices of phenomenal women near and far. Created with sisterhood and storytelling in mind, author Alex Elle sits down with people who inspire her. From friends to family members and strangers, the hey, girl. guests give us a peek into their stories through candid and intimate conversations |
69 | The Happiness Lab | Link | Understanding the psychology of happiness through the latest scientific research - SUPER WELL DONE - I listen (and relisten) to it every morning |
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71 | Apps | ||
72 | Peleton App | Link | First 90 days free, includes biking and running but also yoga and meditation |
73 | Eternal Sunshine App | Link | Daily inspiration, meditation exercises & inspirational podcasts. You can set it up so that it send you periodic affirmations throughout the day |
74 | Headspace App | Link | Meditation app offering free support during this time |
75 | Recolor App | Link | Adult coloring book for color therapy |
76 | Shine App | Link | Virtual self-care community |
77 | 29k App | Link | Seek happiness. Find meaning. The world's first personal growth programs combining the best science based tools with deep human connection - made available wherever you are, whenever you need it. For free. |
78 | SuperBetter | Link | App that gamifies resilience building activities-completely free. |
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80 | Recipes | ||
81 | Online Culinary Classes | Link | Chefs and restaurants offer online culinary classes during coronavirus shut down |
82 | Coronavirus Cooking Guide | Link | This guide is for anyone who's not quite sure where to start, whether you're new to cooking, looking to hone your technique, or just trying to get through a tower of pantry staples. |
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84 | Entertainment | ||
85 | Free expirimental films & videos | Link | Compilation of free experimental films and video art for any quarantine mood |
86 | Candide Thovex: Few Words | Link | Award-winning documentary about the world's most accomplished skier - Candide Thovex. A visually pleasing & captivating film. |
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89 | Services | ||
90 | Free Mental Health & Emotional Support | Link | List of free outlets & resources |
91 | Remote Reiki for stress relief and other, by donation | LINK | Reiki is wonderful for stress relief, over the phone breath coaching also available |
92 | Trauma Tapping Technique | Link | Free relaxation technique. Worked for survivors of the Rwandan Genocide. Can do on self or others. 5-minute follow along video. |
93 | Free and Low Fee Online Therapy Sessions | Link | For those on the front line of Covid-19 in the USA |
94 | 44 Mental Health Resources for Black People | Link | |
95 | Misc Resources (feel free to move & create new categories) | ||
96 | Mental Health and Psychosocial Considerations During COVID-19 Outbreak | Link | mental health considerations were developed by the Mental Health Department as support for mental and psychological well-being during COVID-19 outbreak |
97 | Self care in the age of Coronavirus | Link | Catherine Andrews (host of the Sunday Soother podcast) has compiled some resources |
98 | Care for your Corona anxiey | Link | Resources for anxiety and your mental health in a global climate of uncertainty. |
99 | Staying connected while social distancing | Link | Resources for older adults |
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