10 simple things you can do today that will make you happier, backed by science Happiness is so interesting, because we all have different ideas about what it is and how to get it. It’s also no surprise that it’s the Nr.1 value for Buffer’s culture, if you see our slidedeck about it. So naturally we are obsessed with it. I would love to be happier, as I’m sure most people would, so I thought it would be interesting to find some ways to become a happier person that are actually backed up by science. 1. You might have seen some talk recently about the scientific 7 minute workout mentioned in The New York Times. Exercise has such a profound effect on our happiness and well-being that it’s actually been proven to be an effective strategy for overcoming depression. The groups were then tested six months later to assess their relapse rate. You don’t have to be depressed to gain benefit from exercise, though. A study in the Journal of Health Psychology 2 found that people who exercised felt better about their bodies, even when they saw no physical changes: 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
The Essential Grocery List for 'Clean' Eating Man, I love shopping. Shopping for clothes, for my home, for the kids, for FOOD! Basically, I just really love spending money. Which is probably why I cry in my checkbook every week, but that’s a story for another post. As a busy, working mom I understand the difficulty in always having fresh on hand. What exactly is a clean diet? By the way, if something sounds unfamiliar to you, do a little research. 1. 2. 3. 4. brown rice quinoa (also a protein source)millet soba noodles (also a protein source)tahini tempehblack beans cannelini beanspinto beans lentilschickpeas raw almondsraw cashews sunflower seedswalnuts almond butter kale lettucesonions garliccilantro parsleytomatoes (plum and grape)various other vegetables (broccoli, brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, fennel, whatever you like) lemons avocadoapples bananasvaried other fruits (berries, melon, mango, grapes) hummusezekiel bread, ezekiel tortillasraw chocolate (try Gnosis or Nibmor, my faves!) coconut water kombucha (with chia seeds!)
50 Best Blogs for Zen-Like Living Whether you are a Zen Buddhist or just want to lead a Zen life, these 50 spiritual and simplifying blogs and community web sites will point you down the path of enlightenment. Explore the first sub-section to learn how to have a happy, fulfilled life through Zen-inspired lessons and mantras. The second sub-section is dedicated to those who are seeking a more spiritual side of Zen like Zen Buddhism. Many of these blogs feature meditations and insight on the path to Enlightenment. Learn to Live Peacefully Blogs 1. zenhabits – This no-frills site focuses on ways of slowing down and enjoying life to its fullest. 2. Ahh. Search our database of 350+ colleges and universities to find the right program for you.
30 Superfood Recipes You've Never Tried Before You might also like: 50 Creative Ways to Eat More Quinoa Read More What the heck are these superfood things people keep talking about? Just because they’re superfoods doesn’t necessarily mean they’re super-complicated to prepare, though. Breakfast Thanks to pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and milk (of your choice), this hearty oatmeal packs a nutritional punch with four superfoods and less than five minutes of prep time. These baked eggs pack 12.5 grams of protein per serving so you don't need a mid-morning snack. A perfect on-the-go breakfast, this smoothie recipe features a delicious combination of four superfoods: kale, banana, almond butter, and chia seeds. A hearty and delicious breakfast that combines sweet potatoes, eggs, and red, green, and yellow bell peppers, this hash can easily accommodate add-ins. This baked egg dish is super simple, layering eggs, Swiss chard, onions, and chives with slices of gooey brie cheese and salmon (which is full of brain-boosting omega-3 fatty acids). Lunch
28 of the best pieces of advice about life you'll ever read Have the courage to live a life true to yourself, not the life others expect of you. Never attribute to malice that which can be adequately explained by stupidity. “There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self.” Don’t make decisions when you’re angry. “Never argue with a stupid person, they’ll drag you down to their level and beat you with experience.” Only pack what you can carry yourself. Remember you’ll always regret what you didn’t do rather than what you did. “You’d worry less about what people think about you if you knew how seldom they do.” If you blame it on someone else, don’t expect it to get better. “You can be the ripest, juiciest peach in the world, but there will always be someone who hates peaches.” If the grass is greener on the other side, there’s probably more manure there. Don’t give up what you want most for what you want now. With regards to the opposite sex: If you look hungry, you’ll starve.
10 Everyday Superfoods For Better Health [Infographic] | healtheo360 Eating well is important for both your health and your waistline, but it can often be difficult to make the time to prepare healthy meals – or to even know exactly what to eat! To help with this, we’ve come up with a list of the top 10 everyday superfoods that will help nourish your whole body. Simply eating the foods from this list help with creating a happier and healthier you! The foods that we think are super are: avocados, blueberries, broccoli, green tea, oats, fatty fish, soy, spinach, walnuts, and yogurt. Continue reading to find out all the great things these 10 foods can do for you. Avocados Avocados are high in vitamins A, B, C, E, and K, fiber, potassium and folic acid, which can help maintain a healthy heart, control blood pressure, and prevent birth defects. Blueberries Blueberries are packed with antioxidants, which can help prevent aging and reduce the risk of certain cancers. Broccoli Broccoli is full of antioxidants, vitamins A and C, folic acid, calcium and fiber. Oats Soy
40 Tips for a Happier Life Since the end of the 90s a new branch of the science, also known as Positive Psychology has been dealing with the essentials for happiness. In order to help you find out which happiness potentials are maybe lying idle with you, I have summarized the 40 most important insights on the subject “happiness” in an abbreviated format in the following “checklist”. 1. Get to know yourself really well! Whoever knows more about him/herself, will better be able to tap into his/her potential, advance his/her development and learn to better deal with critical issues. 2. Professional and private activities conveying the feeling of absolute fulfillment create “flow” in us – and that makes us happy. 3. People living in long-lasting, good partner relationships are evidentially happier than singles. 4. 5. Positive social contacts reduce stress and promote health. 6. 7. An essential condition for satisfaction and happiness is to make peace with one’s own history and past and accept it the way it is. 8. 9.
DIY Detox: 10 easy steps to cleanse on the cheap Are you ready to shed some weight and renew your energy? You’ve heard that your neighbor felt so much better after she tried a “detox,” and you wonder: “Does it really work? What does it cost? Should I do it, too?” Detox or cleanse are words that are thrown around all too often these days. Lose 10 pounds in 7 days! The question is: Do they work? Quite possibly, yes. Well sign me up! Then, there is the fee and all the products. Are there more cost-effective options? What is a Detox anyway? Let’s start with the understanding of what a cleanse or detox can do for you. The basic premise of a detox is to allow the body rest and restoration from the toxic buildup it endures daily. Cleanses can offer restoration of body systems such as the digestive system, the liver, and the adrenals. Depending on the level of detox you would like to try, you may be enlisting on a juicing-only regimen, fasting, or a whole food diet. How can you reap the benefits without breaking the bank? 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
The Top 7 Signs of Self-Sabotaging Behaviors, self-sabotage, self-defeating behaviors, Holistic Living Having trouble reaching all your goals? Are you going for what you want, but feeling like something is road-blocking the way? Are you finding yourself "not" doing some of the things you know you should be doing? You may be a victim of sabotage---self-sabotage. How do you know, and what can you do about it? Read on and see. 1. See Also: A Positive Mindset is the Foundation for Success Don’t limit your thinking, as this will limit your beliefs and these will limit your actions, which will limit your successes! Develop Goals, Visualize, and Get It Your mind is your mental workshop. What can I do to succeed? A Goal is a Must so is Concentration Concentration is the magic key that opens the door to accomplishment. You Can Succeed Even in Failure Failure is one of the surest stepping stones to success. 18 Rules For Life Some commonsense rules to follow to have a happy life. More Inspirational Articles Unlock the secret success formula contained within "Think and Grow Rich" . . .
Super Food Combinations - Superfood Pairings to Eat Together It’s not exactly a news flash that milk can give you strong bones and carrots help sharpen your eyesight. But what you may not know is that you can get more disease-fighting bang by eating certain foods together. Think Simon and Garfunkel, Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers—one’s good, but together they’re even better. Here, seven power couples. 1. If you’ve ever had a bout of tummy trouble, you should know about inulin (a type of fiber), which helps balance the levels of “good” bacteria in your digestive system. Good Sources of Calcium: Milk, yogurt, cheese (all kinds), broccoli, kale, canned-with-bones salmon and sardines, tofu made with calcium chloride or calcium sulfate, almonds, fortified orange juice; fortified soy, rice or almond milk Good Sources of Inulin: Artichokes, dandelion greens, onions, garlic, leeks, chicory, bananas, whole-wheat flour, asparagus Combo Ideas • Bananas in cereal with skim milk• Grilled asparagus with shaved Parmesan 2. Ever wonder why milk is D-fortified? 3.
5 Ways To Live The Life You Want In 2013 45% of us make New Year’s resolutions and 8% will be successful in keeping them, according to a recent study from the University of Scranton’s Journal of Clinical Psychology. A very gloomy statistic for sure and I totally get why. We are all amped up in the beginning of the year to lose weight or spend less and then the New Year hits and we get distracted with other commitments and fall back into old habitual patterns. Well, there’s hope. Here are a few easy tactics to help keep the momentum of your New Year’s resolutions going all year long: 1. According to Michael Losier’s book the Law of Attraction, we attract whatever we give our attention, energy and focus to, positive or negative. 2. If you stay optimistic about your resolutions, the universe will support you. 3. Now that your resolutions are in place, stay focused on them! I look forward to having an amazing boyfriend I look forward to losing 10 pounds 4. We are our own worst enemies in getting the life we want. 5.
10 Superfoods for More Energy Homeostasis is another word for body balance. It is the state that your body seeks to achieve at every moment of every day. When your body is out of balance, it will show through in many ways: weight gain, nutritional deficiencies, fertility issues, UTI’s, asthma, digestive malfunction, high cortisol levels (stress), mood disorders, fatigue and blood sugar conditions (insulin resistance). Long term, this will manifest into chronic disease and hormonal imbalance. It is hard to maintain this balance nowadays as chemicals, food additives, radiation and electromagnetic frequencies constantly bombard our bodies. Most of us have an accumulation of toxic build up in our bodies without even knowing it. Certain superfoods have been discovered to help us find that balance and bring to our lives the energy, vibrancy and motivation that we so need and deserve. What are antioxidants? Here is a list of my favorite superfoods that I use daily. 1. How to use? How to use? 3. How to use? 4. How to use?
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