Have a Happy, Healthy Life!
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Family and Friends: |
Open up. Share your feelings with others. Hug someone you care about, everyday. |
Activity: |
Get up and move around at least 3 times a week for 20 to 30 minutes. Dance...jog...swim...cycle...skip rope... or walk the dog, quickly. |
Nutrition: |
Eat vegetables and fruit, grain products, meat & alternatives and milk products. Maintain a healthy body weight. |
Tobacco: |
Stop smoking. Better yet, never start. Stay away from the drug scene. And think twice before using over-the-counter drugs. Limit coffee, tea or cola drinks to 3 a day. |
Alcohol: | Don't drink! |
Sleep, Seatbelts, Stress: |
Strive to sleep 7 to 9 hours every night. Buckle up! Reduce stress. Deep breathing, exercising and relaxation techniques all help. |
Type of Personality: |
Slow down. Learn to relax. Try to flow with the stream. If that not possible, hit a pillow or go for a long walk. |
Insight: |
Take control, think positive! Kick depression by keeping active. Get involved or explore new pastimes. |
Career: |
Pace yourself at work. Delegate tasks when possible. Concentrate on the situations you can control. Don't dwell on those you can't. |