How
to be happier
We know
from research that exercise improve moods and get us that kick of endorphin
that makes us feel good and happy. Exercise is the single most popular tool
we have to optimize our brain function....exercise not only makes us smarter;
it also makes us less stressed, depressed and anxious. It increases brain-cell
production in the hippocampus; the brain's center for memory and learning, and
boosts norepinephrine and dopamine.
But research also shows that there are some behaviours associated with life satisfaction and optimal wellbeing. We have to work on these behaviours and make our self happy, and not think it's just going to happened or I can't be happy if I don't change my whole life.
Think about this:
- practicing acts of kindness towards others – both in
your existing social circle and outside of it.
- devoting time to nurturing and enjoying relationships
with family and friends.
- practicing optimism when thinking about the future.
- focusing on what you do well rather than your mistakes
when you approach a new task.
- learning forgiveness.
- spending periods of time being "mindful" –
focusing on the "here and now" rather than planning or worrying
about your future.
The good life is here for us but we have to preseve it and work on it.
Birgitta
www.newfitness.com.au
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