Is it just a coincidence that people tend to be healthiest when they’re feeling happy and fulfilled? Or is it a chicken-and-the-egg scenario where people feel happy because they’re healthy? Is there really a link between mood and wellness? While there’s no way to ensure permanent well-being, studies have shown that a positive attitude and outlook can have a tremendous effect on a person’s health. So the question then becomes, how do you develop a good state of mind to continue perpetuating your good health? The good news is, we’ve identified a few small steps you can take to ensure you’re treating your mind, your body, and your emotions with care:
“How do you develop a good
state of mind to continue
perpetuating your
good health?”
Staying Active
Exercising regularly is a fabulous way to bolster your physical health and your mood at the same time. In addition to strengthening your body, boisterous activity triggers the release of endorphins in the brain that plain and simple make you feel better. There’s a reason why taking a run in the morning is such an effective way to prepare yourself for the day ahead.
Thinking About Others
People who are naturally empathetic experience not only their good fortune, but share in the happiness of others. Plus, focusing on helping others will alleviate some of the problems that narcissism creates. (And there’s never been a more narcissistic period than our current modern age.) So if you want to boost your empathy and start feeling better in the process, reading literary fiction is one way to achieve that end.
Getting Enough Sleep
For some, this is easier said than done. What with hectic work and social schedules, it can prove difficult to secure a solid eight hours of shut-eye every night. However, attaining quality sleep is absolutely vital to overall wellness –– both physical and mental. If you’re having trouble staying awake at work or during the day in general seriously consider changing your sleep habits.
Love Your Self-Image
From time to time we all can feel a little insecure about our bodies and our appearance. But fretting about your own self image too much isn’t healthy and won’t help you feel better about yourself. You can take little steps to make yourself more comfortable in your own skin each day though. Practicing positive reinforcement and envisioning success will help you focus and maintain a positive outlook. And treating yourself to cosmetic products like special make-up or even a hand lotion or skin cream can drastically improve your day.
(Fun fact: some of the best brands use high pressure homogenizers to create a silky smooth texture for their lotions in the mixing process. Which helps your skin to absorb the product for maximum moisturization.) At the end of the day, any measures you can take to feel better about yourself will likely coincide with an increase in wellness.
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What steps do you take to boost your mood?
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