Contentment Health & Lifestyle magazine first started in November of 2012—eight years ago now. It began with the intent to showcase the community that we are a part of in the very best possible light. We focused on the changemakers, the nonprofits, the medical field, and everyone in between who The post End of an Era – Publisher’s Letter appeared first on Contentment Health ..read more

By Noel Daniel We know that Modesto is a city with terrific talent, accomplished business people, and bold entrepreneurs—so when one of our own is honored statewide, we like to write about it.  This September, native Modestan Wendy Glaister was named one of the Top 50 Interior Designers in California. The post Local Designer in the Top 50 appeared first on Contentment Health ..read more

By Noel Daniel No doubt you’ve heard by now about the W. Stuart C. Steakhouse that’s cleverly repurposing the old bank building on 10th Street. Well, get ready, because Modesto is about to receive not one but two top-tier restaurants in the New Year. What a way to ring in The post The Farm-to-Fork Steakhouse appeared first on Contentment Health ..read more

By Noel Daniel It’s amazing, the sheer power that the mind can have over the body. Although this may sound like unfounded bunk, there are established Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques which use affirmations, grounding, and mindfulness to ease the symptoms of any number of mental disorders. So how can reframing The post Mindfulness in the New Year appeared first on Contentment Health ..read more

By Stephanie Foster Business, family and weekend travelers can now experience the benefits of the Discover DoMo Pass©—a deeply discounted prepaid admission to premier visitor sites—with Discover DoMo mobile-friendly access to three top attractions in downtown Modesto. The Discover DoMo Pass also features delightful add-ons, such as discounts at downtown The post Discover, Savor, and Save in Downtown appeared first on Contentment Health ..read more

By Noel Daniel For some, maybe, papaya is a hard fruit to love. But it’s also a hard fruit to hate. Perhaps you haven’t yet tried papaya—or maybe you just haven’t tried it in a context you’re wild about—but we guarantee there might be a little you haven’t heard about The post In Season: Papaya appeared first on Contentment Health ..read more

By Noel Daniel Fall is most definitely the time of year where it’s expected to splurge on more decadent and savory foods. These comfort dishes are perfect for the chilly air, and fill kitchens with the rich smell of home-cooked delicacies. It’s such an integral part of the season that The post Fall in Love With Your Food appeared first on Contentment Health ..read more

By Noel Daniel Now in its fourth year, this event—organized by the Dia de Los Muertos Committee with the assistance of Veterans in Community Advocacy American GI Forum Latino Veterans group in Stanislaus County—is free, vibrant, and so important to cultural tradition.  “Dia de Los Muertos, with its Catrins and The post A Dream Called Dia De Los Muertos appeared first on Contentment Health ..read more

By Noel Daniel Just because the mildly chilly fall weather is starting to blow in doesn’t mean that you can’t still visit the beach! In fact, it might just be a welcome reprieve from the persisting Central Valley heat. From haunting locales to autumn festivals, long beach might just be The post Sand and Cinnamon: Fall in Long Beach appeared first on Contentment Health ..read more

By Noel Daniel Photos by Ashley Purple Photography Children are our future—that’s why it’s so crucial to ensure that they receive the proper guidance and introductions to important concepts. Vintage Faire Mall saw this need and formed its “Kids Club,” which takes the saying “it takes a village to raise The post Healthy People, Healthy Planet: Vintage Faire Mall Kids Club appeared first on Contentment Health ..read more