A reflection on the birth of MLP: 9 Years ago!

By JG Larochette, Founder and Director, Mindful Life Project It feels like yesterday, I remember so vividly my first mindfulness experience, and then just a few weeks later bringing it to my 3rd graders at Coronado Elementary School in Richmond, CA. In 2011 I went through an internal suffering that I never could have imagined possible. Anxiety and depression riddled …

MLP Stands in Solidarity with the AAPI Community

It goes without question that the recent events we’ve seen transpire across this country towards the Asian American & Pacific Islander Community community are beyond sickening & disappointing. Our hearts go out to those not only affected by the tragic events that have taken place in Atlanta earlier this week, but the countless other AAPI citizens who have been victimized by …

MLP New Organizational World Premiere!

Mindful Life Project is excited to announce our new organizational video! Get insight into the programs and trainings we provide for schools across the country and the amazing youth, teachers and communities we work with. We’re always looking for new partnerships, so let us know if you are interested in working with us or finding out more about our organization!

MINDFUL LIFE PROJECT BLACK FATHERHOOD SERIES: MARCUS MAXWELL AND THE STRENGTH OF A FATHER THROUGH DISEASE

Collaborative piece with Dear Fathers Media; Article Written by Dr. April Bee This series highlights the unique and personal narratives of three black men and their relationships with fatherhood—both as a father and son. Terrence “Tyrie” Ivory, Malcolm Jackson, and Marcus Maxwell are all committed affiliated of the Mindful Life Project (MLP). Located in Richmond, MLP empowers underserved children through mindfulness and …