How to Enhance Your Quality of Life

 

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Remember all of those goals you made back in January? Now is a great time to assess how you are doing working toward those goals. The new year often leaves people planning to improve the quality of their life, but then the effort falls off after a few weeks or months. Or maybe you haven’t gotten started yet on reaching your goals. So no matter what time of year it is, here are a few ways to enhance the quality of your life.

 

Eat Well 

The food you put in your body can significantly improve your quality of life. You will feel more energized when you fuel your body with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and protein. On the other hand, a poor diet can lead to feeling slow and sluggish, along with other medical problems. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends limiting foods high in added sugars, fat, and sodium. Instead, aim to eat a balanced diet full of healthy foods. Try to prep your food in advance to save time and have healthy food ready to enjoy when hungry.

 

Move Your Body  

Movement, even low-impact activities such as walking, can positively affect your physical and emotional health. Exercise releases endorphins in your brain that boost your mood, leading to improved self-esteem and confidence. Daily walks, time at the gym, or even yard work can help you maintain an ideal weight, allowing you to do all the things you love.

 

Get Plenty of Sleep 

Did you know that humans are supposed to spend one-third of their life sleeping? Sleep is essential for the brain, affecting learning, memory, creativity, decision-making, and concentration. In addition, a good night’s sleep empowers the body to recover and lets you wake up refreshed and ready to take on the day. There is also significant evidence that your immune system relies on sleep to stay healthy and strong. So make getting plenty of sleep a priority to enhance the quality of your life.

 

Build Healthy Relationships 

The people you spend time with can also enhance the quality of your life. Work to strengthen your relationships with those around you by being purposeful about who you spend your time with. Spending time with positive people will help you view the world in a sunny-side-up light. When you make new friendships and connections, align yourself with a positive perspective on the world.

 

Practice Mindfulness 

Allow yourself to be present and attuned to your thoughts and feelings, giving yourself a chance to slow down and focus. Some research indicates that mindfulness meditation can increase the size of the hippocampus, the area of your brain that controls learning and memory. Mindfulness can help you gain control over your thoughts, enhancing the quality of your life and the self-compassion that you give to yourself.

 

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Sources:

https://www.betterhelp.com/advice/general/8-lifestyle-changes-to-improve-your-quality-of-life/