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What is the Southern California lifestyle?
If you’re from SoCal, it’s an easy-going attitude and laid back approach to life.
It’s a casual way of dressing that doesn’t require much effort.
It’s a joyous celebration of all things happy and healthy with a focus on living clean and green.
And it’s not just for people who live in sunny southern California – this Laid Back Southern California Lifestyle is one you can adopt no matter where you live!
In this blog, we’ll explore what makes up the laid back So Cal lifestyle as well as how to incorporate some aspects into your own life, even if you don’t happen to be in Southern California.
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