30 Ways to Live Life to the Fullest part 4

Give backHelp yourself by helping others. People feel good when they do good, “but research now shows that giving is good for you emotionally and physically,” says Margaret Clark, PhD, a social psychologist and professor of psychology at Yale University, in New Haven, Conn.Sit down and eatThe Italians have practically made this an art form. They...

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30 Ways to Live Life to the Fullest part 3

Read a bookTake the time to sit and read, a practice that previous generations recognized as a necessity, not a luxury. You can aim to get in touch with what’s really important in life (Henry David Thoreau’s Walden is good for that), learn something new, or just go for pure escapism with the latest frothy romance or beach-read paperback. Get...

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30 Ways to Live Life to the Fullest part 2

Work your musclesNot only does working out do wonders for your body, but physical activity also improves your overall well-being and health. “Exercise, yoga, or any kind of regular movement helps get you out of your head,” says James Baraz, a meditation instructor and founding teacher of Spirit Rock Meditation Center, in Woodacre, Calif. “In addition...

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30 Ways to Live Life to the Fullest part 1

Sing out strongWhether you’re in the shower, in your car, or on a public stage, belt out a tune. You’re a terrible singer, you say? Irrelevant. (A million karaoke lovers never let that hold them back.) Research suggests that an organ in the inner ear is connected to a part of the brain that registers pleasure. So singing may make you happier,...

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Superfood of the Day part 5

CherriesMany scientists say inflammation can lead to premature aging and contribute to illnesses like heart disease, diabetes, and arthritis. That means foods that fight inflammation—like tart cherries—could be beneficial to your health.Sweet potatoesNeed a beta-carotene fix? Just one medium sweet potato packs more than four times the recommended...

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