W 6 Healthy Habits That Can Also Add More Joy to Your Day Open up your heart and lighten your mind.
hy are we wired to do things that aren’t in our best interests? This is one of the great complexities of human nature. However, implementing simple, healthy habits into your daily life isn’t as difficult as it might seem. And not only can they help you feel better physically, but they can also help you feel much better emotionally. Dr. Dana Wang, a psychiatrist and co-founder of RIVIA Mind, suggests keeping track of your progress by writing down your motivations for implementing each new habit into your life. This will help you stay motivated when the going gets tough. No matter what your motivations may be, consider adding these healthy habits to your life each day, and see what a difference it makes.
By Robin Raven
Make Sleep a Priority The idea of getting more sleep may seem ridiculous. However, the American Psychological Association reports that a lack of sleep is one of the most significant public health problems. Sleeping well for an adequate amount of time can make a huge difference in how you feel—both physically and emotionally. According to the APA, most people need just 60 to 90 minutes of extra sleep each night. So, try a new routine before sleep to help you wind down. That might include putting aside phones, tablets, and laptops an hour or so before bedtime. Try drinking tea that helps promote rest, listening to soothing music, or maybe even taking a bubble bath before bed.
Keep a Gratitude Journal Start a journal and commit to writing down three things that you are grateful for each day. Although keeping up with long, elaborate journal entries can be intimidating, most people can find the time to simply write three things that make them feel thankful each day. Keep it simple—you only have to write three quick sentences. The rewards are worth it. Harvard Health reports that consistently keeping a gratitude journal is associated with greater happiness. Need we say more?
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