8 EASY STEPS TO A
LONG AND VITAL LIFE
Well, another year has begun and you
have a choice as to how to invest your time, energy and capital. Here are 8 easy steps that are an
'investment' in your health rather than a cost...
1. Minimize
The Stress...Before adding more things to our lives we must give thought to
shedding some of the workload. Stress is
a killer of life and vitality. Find ways
to minimize it, whether through relaxation techniques, changing jobs or playing
more.
2. Don't
Overindulge...Many times increased vitality can be felt immediately by
reducing overindulgence in alcohol, caffeine, junk food, candy and a heavy,
high-fat diet.
3. Exercise
The Body...For many people, exercising is not fun and it's hard to exercise consistently
with a busy lifestyle. A fitness plan
does not have to be elaborate to produce health benefits. Even a daily 30 minute walk has been shown to
improve health.
4. Exercise
The Brain...Staying mentally sharp is just as important as staying physically
fit. Challenge the mind with new
experiences, such as traveling, reading and being creative.
5. Eat A
Natural Diet With Plenty Of Fruits And Vegetables...Fresh foods contain
higher levels of vitamins than do processed foods.
6. Have A
Purpose In Life...Long-lived individuals often feel they have a mission or
special purpose in life. Never stop
learning, working or finding new causes to promote.
7. Maximize
Nerve System Function...Be sure the life and vitality flowing from the brain
through the spinal column and nerve system are free of interference. Clear the way through chiropractic for the
messages necessary for all organs, tissues, immune and other systems to work
properly. Maximum nerve system function
helps integrate other important health factors including proper rest, exercise,
a nutritious diet and a good mental attitude.
8. Feed
The Mind And Soul With Love And Humor...Many psychological and social factors
may either shorten or lengthen our lives.
Getting enough sleep, having a sense of humor, developing a spiritual
life, building long-term relationships with people, attending cultural events,
and owning a pet have all been associated with extending life expectancy.
Since laughter and comedy is such an
integrated part of healing, I will be sharing with you 30 second audios of
quotations from the book "100 Simple
Secrets of Happy People." Look
for the audio links under our 'messages of the week' and listen weekly to these
helpful hints for 2010!
