Flourish

The definition of flourish: to grow well, to be healthy, to grow luxuriantly, to be in a state of activity.

It refers to selected actions that restore harmony in our lives.

Actions, practices or thoughts to reduce stress, maintain/enhance short and long term well being and increase your effectiveness in both your personal and professional life.

This is not just an add-on activity, it is a state of mind through the development of self-awareness, self-regulation, and self-efficacy.

Steps to flourishing!

MEDITATE/PRAY: through a simple amount of time spent in prayer studies show
-70% decrease in anxiety
-50% reduction in overall emotional symptoms (anger, sadness, depression, extreme fear, worry or guilt)
-44% reduction in common medical symptoms

READ: it boosts creativity and activates sensory areas of the brain

EXERCISE: light exercise 3 days a week show
-20% increased happiness
-15% increased work productivity

LAUGH: laughter strengthens the immune system, boosts energy and diminishes pain. Children laugh over 300 times per day!!!! Wow! The typical adult chuckles 15 times per day!

SLEEP: restores cognitive functions, improves your immune function, boosts your mood and emotions.

EAT WELL: there are so many benefits from fueling your body with good food. Omega-3 fatty acids improve learning/memory and fight emotional stress issues. Carbohydrates aid in the release of endorphins. Spices like tumeric, ginger, chilies, garlic and cinnamon provide an emotional boost.

GET OUTSIDE: what are you looking at? Studies show having over 30% of greenspace in your surroundings is recommended for healthy cortisol levels.

So get out and enjoy nature!