FIVE THINGS FOR BETTER HEALTH
FIVE THINGS FOR BETTER HEALTH
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A. Get Sleep
The science: Sleep affects memory, mood, and immune function.
Reality check: Most adults need 7-9 hours a night.
Fall Asleep Faster:
• Try breathing and relaxation excercises before going bed.
• Avoid cell phones and bright screens before going to bed.
• Read, journal, or meditate.
• Try using essential oils or a taking a warm bath.
B. Read Books
Why Read?: It reduces stress and improves brain health.
What to Read?: Read fiction for relaxation, non-fiction for personal and professional growth.
C. Choose Wisely
Good Decisions Add Up: Small, positive choices lead to big changes over time.
Practice Makes Perfect: Success equals confidence. The more good choices you make, the easier it becomes to make good choices.
Prioritize Mental Well-Being
D. Take Sanity Breaks
Unplug often: Remove yourself from the chaos and break free from the stresses and pressure. As kids we got recess. We need recess even more as adults!
Go on a short walk, a longer nature walk, or just tuck into a cafe for a few minutes.
E. Find Your Zone, and Your Zen
Focus Areas: Whether it’ s creativity or productivity, lean into what works for you. Grab on to what makes you happy and brings you joy- and operate in that space as often as you can.
Explore New Ideas and Interests: What are you putting off learning just for fun? Give yourself the time to do it.
Resources:
American Heart Associaion: https:// www. heart. org / en /
Global Wellness Institute: https:// globalwellnessinstitute. org / what-is-wellness / mentalwellness /
Help Guide. org: https:// www. helpguide. org / mental-health / wellbeing / building-bettermental-health
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