It’s been quite awhile since I’ve been reading 365 ways of a healthier and happier you
better each day by Jessica Cassity and before having this book I have a
loooong way of figuring out which and why to buy a book for that day. Actually
that day, I feel so down and uneasy with myself that I have decided to buy a
book that will inspire me. (1) What career to choose on (2) Do I need to change
directions? (3) Misdirection of what path to choose on (4) How to be happy and
successful. These are the thoughts that keep on playing in my mind while I scan
the books and find my perfect match.
I have come to like 6 books. (1) How to be successful in your
chosen career (2) Things that scares you (3) Things that inspires you (4) Steps
on moving forward (5) The answer to your questions (6) The book I have finally
chosen. I am really torn to number 1, 5
and 6. But I chose the latter. 365 days for a happier you, hmmm sounds good for
spending 800 php for a book. It will be a great help for me every day since
every time I can read just one page on it and then learn something from it to
hopefully apply on that specific day. I haven’t finished the book yet, of
course. But while I’m scanning, I have chosen ten things that I/You can do for
a day and just ease your mind and somehow feel better than okay.
(1)
Television viewing doesn’t actually
let you unwind –
Instead, go for a walk or look at the nature outside if you really wanted to
relax, cause watching TV, is not really for relaxation, it is for entertaining
so having said it, your mind is still working. They’ve said that just by
looking a tree outside, it will make you feel good somehow, because a tree
represents hope.
(2)
Don’t skimp on sleep – Sleep deprivation will lead your
brain to function below its full potential. If you have a presentation/exam
tomorrow better prepared earlier and take a nap to refresh your brain because
if you keep on studying even if you’re tired, 40% of the information will take
in into your brain. (P.S Sometimes, this thing does not go well to many of us,
but at least try some time and observe if it works on you).
(3)
Nix the iced tea to prevent kidney
stones – According
to Loyola University Chicago’s Stritch School of Medicine, if ice tea is your
favorite thirst-quencher, you may likely to put yourself into having kidney
problems. The culprit is oxalate, a chemical found in tea that is the key for
the formation of small salt and mineral crystals. So, I might be ordering lemonade
or water that can actually inhibit the growth of kidney stones.
(4)
Invest in Happiness – This is an all time favorite tag,
yet it is true. Studies shows that spending money on shopping can make you
actually feel better but sooner declines, but having to spend your money on a
weekend vacation, having to learn diving or exploring the beaches or fell in
love with the nature, it is much more satisfying and a good start to invest.
(5)
Deter dementia with higher education
– European
researchers have actually added to your pro-school list. If you’re thinking of
going back to school again, chances are you reduce the risk of having dementia
by 11%. Scientists found that for each year of education you accumulate,
education somehow makes the brain better able to compensate for changes brought
by dementia.
(6)
Addicted to your ex? Just
wait it out – This is how it goes, researchers from New York and New Jersey
looks at the brain of an individual who has been recently rejected. According
to them, part of the brain that responded to the experiment while the
individual was looking to photos of her ex was the same area that is active
when cocaine addicts experience cravings. You see? It is an addiction, but an
addiction to a person can be broken, unlike any other addiction, IT TAKES TIME.
(7)
Your slim-down secret weapon: A bus
pass – It is just
simply saying that, one way to slim down is by taking a bus for a ride because
according to scientists, it actually helps you to lose weight! Plus, it saves
you from spending money on your gas and parking!
(8)
Free yourself from the fear of
failure – We all
have been talking about this, don’t be afraid, try it out and work it out.
“Fear of failure is related to a form of perfectionism, specifically what
researchers refer to as socially prescribed perfectionism” according to David
E. Conroy, PhD.
(9)
Protect your skin like a pro – Summer is really ON! And it feels
like you’re too tired to celebrate summer when the sun is tickling your skin
too much! So here’s a tip. Use a sun block instead of sun screen, because sun
block has more broad spectrum and usable on all skin types, causing less
irritations. Also, reapply at least every two hours while outdoors.
(10)The benefits of saying Thank you- Don’t let good deeds go un-thanked.
Saying thank you can actually lead you to an improved mood. Reflect on the ways
that others might actually did something to you and touched you, recognize this
people by just simply saying thank you.
