Tips to Live a healthy Life; The Importance of Taking Deep

TIPS TO LIVE A HEALTHY LIFE

by Cara Soleil White

1. Eat a healthy diet and drink clean water

Introduce a good balance of fruits, vegetables, grains, protein and dairy products into your lifestyle to help fuel your body and provide nutrients to your brain. Adults should consume at least five portions of fruits and vegetables daily. Consult with your doctor to create a customized food selection just for you.

2. Exercise

Be active! Find a good time to release steam through walking, running, lifting weights, yoga, and so much more. Research local clubs, or join an online class where you feel comfortable and motivated to push yourself to the next levels. Move your body!

3. Cover your mouth when coughing and sneezing

It is important to implement clean-air solutions into common places, and to wash your hands as often as you can. With all of the sanitizers and disinfectant wipes available to the public, wearing a face mask and disposing waste properly will lead to a healthier environment for generations to come.

It’s easy to get tied to the path you are set on, Because up until now, it’s been what got you through. Things can be SO unpredictable, it can be tough to push on, To keep fighting, paving your way, pushing yourself through. All of a sudden, it seems you have to ABANDON what you know, You have to RE-flect, to RE-assess and to RE-group. Take a second, take a breath, take it slow, You don’t want to be stuck forever in the same loop. Ask - How did I get here? Now, where do I go? I thought I was headed to the top of the mountain. I am not where I should be, that much I know, But I’m not lost, I can change course, I am my OWN captain. Things can change, move, be predictable, I have learned there are many ways to the top. I can, I will, I know that I am more than able, TO reach my goals, TO push the needle, now I CANNOT stop! It may not be straight, it may come through unexpected ways. It may be hard, it may take longer than expected. But one thing’s for sure, YOU will make a way, To reach your goals, your PEAK - accept it!

THE IMPORTANCE OF TAKING DEEP BREATHS

by Cara Niambi White

Many of us are aware of the major impact breathing has in our lives, but very few of us know how taking deep, full breaths improve each moment of this journey. In order to be more efficient in our unique purposes, take multiple deep breaths and allow your body to fully exchange incoming oxygen with outgoing carbon dioxide. Stabilize your blood pressure and decrease your stress levels as you comfortably breathe in, and breathe out. To enhance this deep breathing experience, find a comfortable area to sit or lie down. Slowly breathe through your nose deeply, as you allow your stomach area to rise and expand. Hold this breath inside and visualize a word that enlightens your soul, then allow the breath to release from your body as you exhale full gratitude. As you sit, listen to your favorite gentle sounds. Whether it be instrumentals, spoken word, or nature, make sure to choose sounds that bring you peace and ease the mind. Quieting your mind by silencing all current thoughts is also important when you are breathing deeply. Take calm breaths and explore more life today.

REACH YOUR PEAK!