Small Changes, Big Impact
In a study conducted in 2009 and published in the European Journal of Social Psychology, it was found that a habit can take up to 18 days to build and an average of 66 days for that habit to be incorporated into your life to an extent where it requires no effort. Change is the only constant, and in order to keep growing, you must put yourself out of the comfort zone. To achieve happiness and peace, your body, mind, and soul need to be in sync. Thanks to technology and innovation, our fast-paced lives require fast-paced solutions. If you’re here reading this, you’re ready for some change, and we’re here to guide you through it.
Here are the top 4 easy habits you can incorporate into your routine to live a better life:
1. Walk your troubles away!
Whether you’re a morning person or not, walks are one such activity that requires no particular time. Be it morning or evening, taking a walk at a park nearby or around your society can be highly beneficial. Walking helps increase focus, reduce weight, improve balance, and keep the heart young and away from diseases. Start simple and replace going to the nearby shop with a two-wheeler, with walking. You’ll start feeling a difference after a week and a half, and if you keep it up, you will see changes reflect within your life too!
Walking releases endorphins in the body that help kill emotional pain and naturally lighten your mood. Walking every day improves your sleep cycle and will keep you healthier. Apart from aiding efficient blood circulation, walking is an exercise that supports the strengthening of bones and muscles. A good 30-minute brisk walk every day can do wonders for your physical and mental health. Get up, put on some music and give yourself those 30 minutes for a better and improved you every day.
2. Replace and Sustain
You may think we’re crazy for saying this, but we mean it. Replace your general antibiotic needs with essential oils for a sustainable approach and efficient results. Nature is vast, expansive and mysterious. Within nature, there are multiple elements that can be put to good medicinal use. All household remedies you have grown up hearing have some scientific backing for them and yield effective results. A sustainable approach to life is the only way to keep our species longer on this planet, and there’s no better place to start than at home, with yourself.
The wide range of essential oils at Sante will help you explore the magic of nature. A collection of essential oils to cure anxiety, headaches, and hangovers is the first step towards replacing antibiotics. There is also a range of sleep oil that Sante offers, which helps improve the sleep cycle without the intervention of tablets. Inhaling/applying these oils instead of gulping down pills and capsules is a much healthier, hassle-free and aromatic experience. To pursue aromatherapy is one way to start inculcating oils into your life. Lavender, Eucalyptus and Peppermint, when inhaled or applied, provide instant relief by targeting the pain areas of the brain. This helps release substances that encourage the pain to stay at bay. Essential oils are accessible, efficient and the best way to switch to a sustainable lifestyle.
3. Eat the rainbow
Actively making a choice to eat, drink and live healthily is not easy. If you’ve put your mind to it, do not look back. Keep moving forward, and one way to bring about a change is to start. Different colors of fruits and vegetables signify various vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. By incorporating a wide range of colors into your diet, you ensure that your body receives a broad spectrum of essential nutrients.
Red: Rich in lycopene and anthocyanins, which can support heart health.
Think tomatoes, strawberries, and red bell peppers.
Orange/Yellow: High in vitamin C and carotenoids, which promote healthy skin and vision. Enjoy carrots, sweet potatoes, and citrus fruits.
Green: Packed with vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber. Spinach, kale, and broccoli are fantastic choices.
Blue/Purple: Contain antioxidants like flavonoids that help protect against cellular damage. Include blueberries, eggplant, and purple cabbage.
White/Brown: Often overlooked, these can provide benefits too, such as potassium and heart-healthy compounds. Think garlic, onions, and cauliflower.
4. Express your feelings
It is crucial to be open and expressive about your feelings. Having a heavy heart and a distracted mind can affect one’s productivity and have a toll on physical health. If you’re feeling good or bad, it’s always better to talk about it and express it to someone. Be it a stranger or your best friend, it is of utmost importance to know how you feel about certain things or situations and understand why you feel that way to be in sync with your mind.
Changes, in general, bring about a lot of confusion leading to vague thoughts and clouding your perspectives. It’s always better to speak openly about anything that bothers you, understand why and then go about resolving it for yourself. Sometimes, just knowing that someone is willing to listen to you and help you with your problem is a great relief and can help take the stress off. Talk about how you feel, keep your people close and lead a healthy life, physically and mentally.
Start with incorporating each one of these, one at a time or all together, to make a healthier choice and take on your journey of health and fitness, starting today!
