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25 Reasons To Smile More
25 Reasons To Smile More
A nice smile not only lifts your spirits, but makes people witnessing your smile feel better, too. Smiling is paying it forward. Smile and the world really does smile with you. Convey kindness
Nothing conveys kindness like a warm smile. It’s a sign universally recognized by humans, and even a scared dog or cat can read that facial expression.
Confidence
A smile denotes confidence. Try it if you’re feeling a bit apprehensive.
Mood enhancer
Smiling improves your mood, and the moods of those around you.
Pain relief
Okay, maybe smiling isn’t your first reaction if you’re suffering from pain. If you can manage a smile, the endorphins released help ease discomfort.
Welcome
People know they are welcome when they receive a smile.
Gain trust
People who smile are regarded as more trustworthy than those who don’t.
Immune system booster
The act of smiling boosts your immune system. Smiling helps the body produce more white blood cells to fight infections.
Improve your health
Smiling reduces stress, which is linked to various diseases. Lessen the odds of heart disease, diabetes, and other stress-related illnesses with a smile.
Lower blood pressure
The act of smiling helps lower your blood pressure.
Lower heart rate
Smiling also lowers your heart rate.
More energy
A quick smile gives you a fast energy boost.
Laws of attraction
Smiling people are generally thought of as more attractive, even if they don’t possess traditional good looks. Think about it — don’t you know a basically plain individual whose smile lights up their face and improves their appearance? Men especially find a smiling woman more attractive.
Make new friends
People who smile a lot are seen as more approachable. A happy face invites new friends and encourages shy people to make a move they otherwise wouldn’t consider. A smile is a signal you are willing to speak with someone.
New situations
Feel less awkward in new situations by maintaining a smile.
Appear younger
Smiling erases several years off the faces of older people. It’s the world’s least expensive anti-aging procedure.
Self-improvement
Take Yoko Ono’s advice: “Smile in the mirror. Do that every morning, and you’ll start to see a big difference in your life.” No wonder John Lennon adored her.
Longevity
Frenchwoman Jeanne Calment had the longest recorded lifespan in human history, living 122 years. Her advice on longevity: “Always keep your smile. That’s how I explain my long life.”
Increase your productivity
Approach a task happy and smiling, and your productivity will improve.
Service with a smile
Wait staff, cab drivers and other workers who depend on tips receive more gratuities when they smile. Smiling and good service go hand in hand. The service provider appears happy doing the job. No one wants service from a grouch.
Convey success
Successful people smile more often. That’s a trait salesmen know well.
Look smart
People with genuine smiles appear more intelligent than those who seldom smile.
Appear competent
People who smile are considered more competent than non-smilers by their peers.
Get a break
If you’ve done something you shouldn’t, a smile makes it more likely you’ll receive forgiveness. Kids are naturally adept at this.
Social slip-ups
We’ve all done it. If you forget the name of someone you really should know, or forget an anniversary or other important date, admitting your embarrassment with a smile is the best way to own up to your social slip-up.
Smiling has so many upsides and virtually no downsides. If smiling doesn’t come naturally to you, work on it gradually. If you avoid smiling because of the condition of your teeth, speak to a dentist about dental health and cosmetic dentistry. If affordability is a factor, contact schools of dentistry. Many offer low-cost clinics where patients receive care from dental students under the supervision of faculty members. Since it is a learning process, it may take a little longer, but the end result is a healthier set of teeth. That’s something to smile about.
—Jane Meggitt
5 Reasons To Try Reflexology For Better Health
5 Reasons To Try Reflexology For Better Health
What is reflexology? Reflexology is basically massage techniques that help address illness and reduce overall tension. How it differs from any typical massage is that reflexology focuses on various reflex points on the hands, feet and head. The theory is, these pressure points correspond to all other internal organs and systems.
In fact, since focusing more on reflexology and alternative methods, my husband no longer needs to use an inhaler for his asthma. He used to go through at least one inhaler a month; however, he hasn’t filled his prescription in over a year. Mind you, he did address suspected triggers as well.
It’s important to note that reflexology does not cure conditions. It does, however, complement other treatments, helping individuals reduce the frequency and severity of symptoms. Sounds pretty good, right? There’s a reason why reflexology is growing in popularity across North America and Europe, and here’s how you can benefit.
Five reasons to try reflexology
If you think you would personally benefit from reflexology or you’re still researching its potential benefits, here are five reasons to try this form of therapy. Don’t knock it until you try it.
Reason #1: It has the history to back it up
Reflexology is an ancient practice, so it’s anything but new and trendy. This technique may date back as far as 2330 BC, based on a pictograph recorded in an Egyptian tomb. From Buddhists to Chinese emperors, internal medicine and the use of “foot methods” have been utilized for centuries.
In 1917 in the United States, William H. Fitzgerald, MD, also known as the father of reflexology, found that various pressure points relieved pain during minor surgeries. From there, detailed maps were created, describing these reflex points and their potential benefits. Today, we continue to utilize the benefits of reflexology, based on a range of clinical studies.
Related: The Ancient Art of Reflexology and What You Can Do Yourself
Reason #2: Improves circulation
More often than not, poor circulation indicates other underlying health conditions, including diabetes and hypertension. The longer you suffer from bad circulation, the more likely it is you’ll experience health complications. As hands and feet are massaged, for instance, reflexology can improve blood flow to vital organs.
As blood flow improves, various organs and systems receive greater concentrations of oxygen and nutrition-rich blood. In turn, this can help nourish tissues and enhance healing. Within one study, published in the Journal of Korean Academy of Nursing, it was found that self-foot reflexology significantly improved circulation among middle-aged women.
Reason #3: Boosts immune function
For those who are confined to a bed, for instance, reflexology not only helps stimulate blood flow, but also lymph fluid — helping the body naturally clean tissue and boost overall immunity. This will benefit anyone who is aiming to improve their health.
As you massage certain reflexology points, lymph fluid carries metabolic waste away from vital organs and muscles, resulting in improved function and lower overall blood pressure. Remember, prevention is ALWAYS better than cure — supporting your immune system allows you to naturally protect yourself.
Reason #4: Relieves stress
Reflexology is often used to address symptoms of depression and anxiety, helping individuals experience enhanced relaxation. The summary of one study, published in Complementary Therapies in Clinical Practice, stated, “Reflexology reduced ‘state’ anxiety and cardiovascular activity within healthy individuals, consistent with stress-reduction. Considering the connection between stress/anxiety and well being, the effects of reflexology may have beneficial outcomes for patients.”
By relaxing the body through reflexology, you are then more capable of dealing with the stresses of daily life. Within one large review, it was reported that reflexology may create a relaxation effect — potentially lowering blood pressure, reducing anxiety, and even decreasing pain levels.
Reason #5: Increases energy
Chronic fatigue is a major issue throughout the Western world, but luckily, there are plenty of natural ways to combat this condition, including reflexology. The whole point of reflexology is to promote balance, and in turn, enhanced healing is experienced, along with optimal energy. It’s said that using this therapy can help target “blockages” that hinder the natural flow of energy.
Depending on your personal situation, you may need to stimulate varying points. For some, stimulating the thyroid reflexology point can help combat fatigue, whereas others address the kidneys. In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the kidneys are known to be the “root of life” — acting as a reservoir for your energy.
Become familiar with various reflexology points as a way to help improve anything from digestion to mood. Open your mind and don’t be shy to try more traditional healing techniques. Begin testing out this ancient healing “force” today — you might find it’s what you’ve needed all along.
—Krista Hillis
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11 Ways To Get Your Kids To Eat Healthier
Sticking to
a healthy lifestyle can be difficult enough, but when we also have to
get some picky young eaters on board, it can seem downright impossible!
Make it fun Many parents don’t like it when their kids play with their food. But the truth is, play, creativity, and fun come naturally to children, so parents may need to embrace this side of their children at mealtimes if they want to encourage healthy eating. This can be done by turning the meal into a story or game and being creative with presentation.
Explain why in their language
“Because it’s healthy” is not really a relatable explanation for why your little ones should eat their broccoli. “Because it will make you stronger, smarter, and give you more energy to play,” might do the trick though!
Pay attention to presentation
The way food looks can make or break a child’s decisions about whether to eat it or not. Every child is different of course, but good places to start include providing a mix of brightly colored foods, making sure there is a lot of space between items, and arranging food in different patterns and shapes (hearts, smiley faces, stars, etc.) on their plate.
Reward good eating habits
Rewarding healthy eating will help kids associate healthy foods with more positive experiences in the future. Small tokens like stickers or doing the child’s favorite activity after dinner are good ways to do this.
Don’t use food to reward or punish
Although rewarding healthy eating is a good idea, most nutritionists do not recommend using food itself as a reward or bribe because it can lead to an unhealthy relationship with food later in life. Nonedible options, like stickers, books, or even planning some special activity as a family, can be used as alternatives.
Variety is key
Kids like to choose what they eat, so putting out a variety of healthy options will make it more likely that something healthy will be eaten. An easy way to do this is to offer an assortment of healthy toppings that children can choose to put on or mix into dishes like chili, tacos, pizza, salads, pasta and soups.
It’s okay to be sneaky sometimes
Kids don’t like kale? Sneak it into smoothies with ingredients they do like. But make sure this is balanced with continuing to offer the food in its whole form, so that they can also get used to the real thing.
Let them cook with you
Actually being involved in the preparation process will make kids a lot more likely to want to eat — or at least try — the product. Safe tasks for kids to do include washing fruits and vegetables, breaking up greens, stirring and mixing cold or room temperature ingredients, sprinkling salt and other herbs, and cutting soft foods with a butter knife.
Shop and garden together
Although shopping in a supermarket with your kids can turn into a nightmare, shopping together at places like the local farmer’s market or CSA can be a great way to introduce kids to a wide variety of vegetables, and let them pick out the ones they want.
Even better: Have your kids help in the garden, if you have one, from a young age. Many kids today don’t realize where food actually comes from. Hint: It’s not the store! Gardening and growing your own food together, even if it’s just something small like herbs, is a good way to give your kids a new view on what they eat.
Be their example
We can’t really expect our kids to eat foods that we don’t even like ourselves. And most parenting experts agree that kids will do as you do, not as you say. So it’s very important that you yourself are modeling the way you want your kids to eat.
Don’t give up!
Research has shown that some kids need to taste a new food up to a dozen times before they will be comfortable eating it. So patience is key, but persistence pays off!
Feeding healthy food to picky eaters can seem like an enormous and frustrating task, but remember that the healthy habits they develop in childhood will stay with them into adulthood. A patient and positive mindset will help you immensely on this journey!
How do you encourage your kids to eat healthy food?
—Teresa Manring
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