HEALTHY IS WELLNESS
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Healthy is Wellness Health Coach: Becky Ketterling, Certified Personal Trainer
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JUNE/JULY 2021
Celebrate...
LIKE A KID AGAIN!
Kids, even babies, celebrate everything! Not just the big stuff, with balloons and cake, but t h e s m a l l s t u ff too. Little ones captivate us Becky Ketterling Certified Personal Trainer, w i t h t h e i r p u r e Health Coach joy at the tiniest Healthy Is Wellness, Inc. pleasures, from a game of tag with a sibling to the tickle of the family dog’s tail. Children have an amazing capacity to be 100% present in what is happening RIGHT NOW and to celebrate their delight with a smile, a giggle or a full-blown belly laugh. Imagine what a gift it would be to see the world through fresh, youthful eyes again! It’s no surprise that celebrating life’s small and silly moments becomes harder as times goes by. Especially over the last year, stress and uncertainty have clouded how we view the world and placed a hold on our celebrations. But finally(!) we seem to be headed toward better days, providing an opportunity to choose our future path with purpose! With a fresh start, we can elect to focus on the good things in our lives and commit to celebrating them, the way a small child might!
Do it for the Health of it! Moments that cause us to pause and appreciate a feeling of happiness or wellbeing make us better, both physically and emotionally. In fact, when it comes to celebrating, optimism and positivity, there are literally too many health benefits to list! Here’s a few highlights: •
A Healthier Lifestyle – Positive people choose healthier foods and exercise more regularly.
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A Stronger Immune System – Those with a positive outlook are much less likely to get sick.
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Reduced Stress – Positivity leads to lower levels of stress, helping us to sleep better while also decreasing our risk for weight gain, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease.
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Lower Levels of Pain – A positive sense of well-being reduces the perception of pain and stiffness associated with many health conditions, such as arthritis.
Setting the Stage for a Great Start QUIET THE NOISE… How does a child greet the day? Maybe with a hug and a
