Tuesday, January 20, 2009

Staying Positive and Its Benefits


New Year comes with new hopes, new goals and resolutions. One of the top resolutions during the new year is to think positively. Being happy and staying positive is more than just a new year resolution. It gives us more health benefits as well.

Research shows that people who are pessimistic and negative tend to be more sickly. According to a study in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, “Negative brain activity is linked with a weakened immune system.”

Here are some benefits of being positive and having a positive attitude:
- More energy
- More peaceful and calmer environment
- Lesser pain and fewer limitations
- Fewer problems with work or daily activities

Research shows that those who have negative outlook in life tend to experience mental and physical deterioration at an earlier time compare to those who have positive outlook in life. Aside from keeping us mentally fit, positivity also helps keep our physical bodies fit.

Here are some tips on how to keep a positive attitude:

1. Eat a balanced and healthy diet. - This can make a big impact on how we feel. Take food supplements and vitamins on a daily basis

2. Have a Regular schedule for exercise - the endorphins helps reduce stress, depression and anxiety.

3. Get enough sleep - this will help you improve your overall attitude.

4. Reduce Stress - find out ways on how you can manage stressful situations. Meditation is a great activity that helps reduce stress.

5. Cleanse your body and mind - try going through a detoxification process

As we face the new year, let's look at life positively and be happier!

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