Lifestyle changes are holistic changes that aim at improving your life at all levels—physical, mental, emotional and social. A healthy lifestyle ensures a healthy body and a happy mind. A sedentary lifestyle is a recipe for heart ailments, depression, dementia and other lifestyle-related problems. Drastically changing to a disciplined and productive lifestyle is easier said than done. Here, are five simple lifestyle changes that will go a long way in ensuring healthy living.
Find Your Purpose in Life
Research tells us that people with a purpose in life can handle life far better than those who lack one. Lifestyle and purpose go hand in hand. While your lifestyle helps actualise your goals, a strong sense of purpose is the psychological backing that helps you cross hurdles and move happily ahead in life. Even if it is a short-termed goal, it is good to have one to guide your actions and help you follow the lifestyle you have designed for yourself.
Keep Moving
Exercise and physical activities also have psychological benefits that are essential for a healthy living. So, don’t be a couch potato! Take a short walk or use the stairs— it is as simple as that. This will not only ensure good circulation in your body and manage your stress levels; it will also positively affect your emotions and self-esteem. Here are Six Simple Exercises for a Healthy Living that can get you started.
Stress Management
Who isn’t stressed out in these trying times? It is how you deal with stress that matters. Don’t let stress pile up and lead you to a mental breakdown. Instead, find ways to destress yourself by doing things that make you happy. Meditation, exercise, indulging in your favourite hobbies and praying helps calm the mind and drastically reduce the effects of stress.
Spend Quality Time with Yourself and Your Loved Ones:
This oldie is definitely a goldie! Life is meant to be enjoyed. Consciously make an attempt to do things that make you happy. Read that book, learn to play an instrument or dance your woes away! Spending time with loved ones helps us stay positive and makes life meaningful. Did you know that hugs from a loved one lower stress levels, boost your immunity, and maintain a healthy heart rate and blood pressure? In the situation of the pandemic, if you cannot physically meet up, your loved ones are just a call away!
Sleep Well
Working online has come with its own set of problems. The messed-up work-life balance has also affected our sleep cycles. Seven to nine hours of sleep is a must! DO NOT compromise on sleep. Lack of sleep leads to negative effects on your health and increases levels of anxiety. Initially, it might seem difficult to sleep at the right time but you need to make the effort. Your body will slowly get used to it and that will get your sleep cycle back on track. Stay away from gadgets an hour before you sleep. Rather, read books, make an examination of conscience and recall the blessings you’ve received during the day. Various essential oils and calming music can also help you sleep better.
There is no time better than the present to kick start your journey towards HEALTHY LIVING. So what are you waiting for? Take these baby steps. It’s little things like these that make a huge difference.
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