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You probably more or less know the basics on how to
live a healthy lifestyle. Some obvious first steps
include eating more greens and superfoods and cutting
back on sugars and alcohol. Sleeping, meditating,
exercising, and keeping stress levels low are other
key ingredients in the recipe of wellness. But while
it’s easy to write all these things down, and even
keep them in the back of your mind as you continue
with your day-to-day, how many of us can say that
we’re practicing these things on a regular basis?
It can feel overwhelming at times, but it doesn't have
to be complicated. In fact, it's possible to take a
simple, realistic approach towards living a healthy
lifestyle that actually feels achievable each day.
Eat Unprocessed Foods as Often as Possible
Your diet should consist of vegetables, fruit, lean
meats like chicken and ground turkey, and grains. Make
sure to give yourself a break, though, whether that's
a little bit of dessert one night, a splurge brunch
with your friends on the weekend, or indulging in your
favorite take-out every couple of weeks. Balance is
key.
Walk More
It’s essential to negate a sedentary work life
whenever you can. If something’s within walking
distance, make the effort to travel by foot instead of
by car. When you have time to spare, park farther than
you normally would to increase your step count.
Cut Back on Alcohol
Limit drinking to once or twice a week, and try to
keep it to a glass or two of wine or one or two of
your favorite cocktails at a time. It’s not only
better for your liver, but it’s better for your
wallet, too.
Pack Your Lunch
Skip the takeout or cafeteria and bring your lunch to
work. Prepare a salad, sandwich, or even last night’s
leftovers. Not only is it healthier, but you'll also
save money.
Take Time Off
You know those vacation days that have been piling up
at work? Use them! Or at the very least, take a sick
or personal day. Taking time away from work can have
both physical and psychological health benefits,
including reducing the risk of heart attacks,
depression, and stress.1 Further, a little break from
your job can actually increase your productivity when
you return.2
Avoid Negativity
You can start to become what you allow into your life.
Stay positive and optimistic (even when it's the
hardest to), and you may see things turn around for
the better.
End Toxic Relationships
That's not to say you should just cut people out on a
whim, but if you have a significant other or friend
who's toxic to you or caused you pain and you're
unable to work through the situation, it might be time
to consider walking away. Being open and honest with
them, or even some form of therapy might be a good
first step before you take more drastic measures.
Take a Break From Technology
We do almost everything on our phones, computers, TVs,
and tablets, so a digital break might seem impossible,
but taking time away from it every day is a good
thing. It can improve sleep,3 increase productivity,
and deepen your personal connection with those around
you.4 It doesn't have to be a long break, either—
consider trying to media detox for 30 minutes each
day. You can encourage this by keeping your phone out
of your bedroom at night, going on a long walk sans
phone, taking a bath, or making it a habit to keep
tech away from the dinner table.
Exercise
Exercise can improve stress, so make it a point to
move every day.5 You don't have to hit the gym,
either, if that's not your thing. Take a hike, play
tennis with a friend, go for a swim, hop on a bike, do
a yoga class, or stream an online workout.
Read More Often
Read anything. Just read. It stimulates the brain and
enhances brain function. Reading, which exercises your
brain, can help keep decrease mental decline in old
age and possibly even keep Alzheimer's at bay.6
Find a New Hobby
Having interests outside of family and work will make
you feel more fulfilled. Consider learning to cook,
taking up a sport, or volunteering.
Stop Caring What Other People Think
It’s not worth expending your energy on the opinions
of others, especially when they become detrimental to
you. Be true to yourself, and you’ll attract people
who genuinely like and value you for who you are.
Edited by patriciabrown on 12 October 2020 at 06:01
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