Healthy Living

Many people think of healthy living as a physical concept; exercise, eating right and avoiding unhealthy things. Contrary to that popular belief, healthy living also involves having a healthy mental state. Sure working out and eating right is a big part of healthy living but having a healthy state of mind is as important as being physically healthy. So here are 5 ways to practice healthy living.

1. Yoga. Yoga is designed to relax both the body and mind. It’s a great way to both exercise and clear the mind. Try new positions and relieve some stress!

2. Meditation. Meditation is used to focus on the mind and let go of all the stress you harbor. It doesn’t have to be an hour long session or super specific either; you can simply lie down, relax and focus on breathing.

3. Spending time with friends. Sometimes we need company and that’s totally fine! A little time with our friends can relieve some stress, take our mind off of things and have some fun!

4. Playing sports. You don’t have to be an all-star athlete in order to play sports. You also don’t have to be really good at a sport or join a league to take part in the fun either. Get some friends and family together and play a game or two!

5. Get a hobby. Hobbies can be anything from scrapbooking to reading. A hobby is something that many people do to relax and do when they have down time. Working on something that isn’t required (like homework) seems to be therapeutic and fun.

Marissa