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A LIFE WELL LIVED

What is Meditation? Recipe of the Month: Veggie Quiche
Meditation has a long history of use for
increasing calmness and physical relaxation, A savory brunch dish.
improving psychological balance, coping with Makes: 6 servings
illness, and enhancing overall health and well- Ingredients:
being. There are many types of meditation, but
• 1 pie crust (baked, 9-inch)
most have four elements in common:
• 1 cup vegetables (chopped broccoli,
tomato and mushroom)
1. A quiet location with as few distractions as
possible • ½ cup cheese (shredded)
2. A specific, comfortable posture (sitting, lying • 3 eggs (beaten)
down, walking, or in other positions) • 1 cup milk (non-fat)
3. A focus of attention (a specially chosen word
• ½ teaspoon salt
or set of words, an object, or the sensations
of the breath) • ½ teaspoon pepper
4. An open attitude (letting distractions come • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
and go naturally without judging them)
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
How Does Meditation Help Mental Health? 2. Cook the vegetables until they are
When you meditate, you may clear away the cooked, but still crisp.
information overload that builds up every day and 3. Put the cooked vegetables and
contributes to your stress.
shredded cheese into a pie shell.
The emotional benefits of meditation can include:
4. Mix the eggs, milk, salt, pepper,
• Gaining a new perspective on stressful and garlic powder in a bowl.
situations
5. Pour the egg mix over the cheese
• Building skills to manage your stress and vegetables.
• Increasing self-awareness 6. Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until a
• Focusing on the present knife inserted near the center
• Reducing negative emotions comes out clean.
• Increasing imagination and creativity 7. Let the quiche cool for 5 minutes

• Increasing patience and tolerance before serving.

Kaiser Permanente Members
Kaiser has teamed up with industry leader ClassPass to make it easier for associates to stay active from
anywhere. By supporting our associate’s fitness goals, we are creating a work culture that promotes
more energy, less stress, and improved focus. With ClassPass , Kaiser Permanente members can get:
• Online video workouts at no cost — 4,000+ on-demand fitness classes, including cardio, dance,
meditation, and more.
• Discounts on in-person fitness classes — Access to some of the top gyms and fitness studios in
your area and around the world.

Please see the linked flyer for more information on this member perk: Class Pass Flyer

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