Here we are halfway through the month of August, and I just discovered
that this is National Wellness Month. Everything is becoming clear to me now,
this must be why Weight Watchers keeps sending me emails inviting me to join.
Once upon a time and two kids ago, I was a lifetime member
of Weight Watchers. The program worked for me, but life changed and so did my
body. If no one has told you, let me tell you, your body will change. Ladies,
your metabolism may turn on you, foods that you used to eat may affect your
body differently.
Aging is not all doom and gloom, just know that you may need
to shift some things. The things you did for health and wellness five years ago
may need to look different. Remember nutrition, fitness, and sleep all affect
your health and wellness. What do you do to be sure you have a balance of all
these things? Do more of the things that bring you joy.
As you focus on a healthy lifestyle be sure to include
activities that stimulate laughter. There are studies that say laughter can
help lessen stress, anxiety, depression, and make you feel happier.
Did you know that happiness “lowers your risk for
cardiovascular disease, lowers your blood pressure, enables better sleep, and
improves your diet.” At least that’s what Google told me. These are enough
reasons for me to use laughter as part of my self-care. I’ve found that
laughing at some of my struggles (and turning them into comedy) makes them a
little more bearable.
From weight gain to wild chin hairs, and wacky kids, humor is
always lurking in everyday life situations. My weight gain/weight loss efforts
consistently provide material for jokes. In the last couple of years, I’ve
worked with a nutritionist and a fitness trainer (at different times), yet my
body refuses to cooperate.
And my chin hairs, I get rid of them, and they find their
way back, longer, stronger…and grey.
Use this month to jump start or continue focusing on your
health and wellness and make it fun rather than a chore. I challenge you to
find something funny every day for the rest of this month.
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