They say that life seems to speed up as you get older. When the weeks begin to fly by it’s important to put things in place for your future. You need to decide what are your goals, and how you want to be in ten, twenty, or thirty years’ time.
Rather than letting life happen to us (becoming a victim of circumstances), we can take the reins of our lives in many areas. Perhaps you are not as young as you used to be, and want to become the best version of yourself. This article discusses six key areas that can help you remain happy and healthy throughout the coming years.
- Watch What You Eat
Most people know they should be having their ‘five a day’, and be stocking up on fresh fruit and vegetables. It’s common knowledge that junk food is often high in calories and can contain high levels of salt, sugar and fat. When it comes to motivation, people need to focus on the benefits of eating well.
Healthy eaters can preserve the health of their hearts and be less likely to develop cancer or Type 2 Diabetes. Obesity can make people pay a high price, but a healthy diet can help them achieve their ideal weight and stay there.
- Consider Supplements
People should research these if they are not eating a healthy, balanced diet. This is because our bodies need such things as vitamin D for our bones, and plenty of calcium, magnesium, potassium, etc.
If you consider taking supplements it is wise to first speak to your doctor. The internet can also provide helpful information on the subject. It’s possible to discover that NAD is an oxidizing agent found in every cell in our bodies. Whilst children have high levels naturally, this can reduce to as low as 1% by the age of 80. With the help of a controlled supplement intake, people can turn their nutrients into energy, and help their body proteins regulate the other cellular functions.
- Take Regular Exercise
This could be anything from swimming or jogging to brisk walks. The main thing is to keep it fun and choose something that you enjoy. This way it will be easier to remain disciplined.
When people do thirty minutes of cardiovascular exercise five times a week, they will experience a host of different benefits. They include resistance to developing heart conditions or chronic diseases, including cancer. It can fight depression, high blood pressure and Type 2 Diabetes.
- Be Positive
Our mental health cannot be viewed in isolation. The medical authorities say that our mental health can have a massive impact on our total well-being. A high number of illnesses are psychosomatic (psychologically related).
Professionals know that people who’ve been through traumatic experiences can gain by reframing their pasts. This is because it’s not what happens to us that defines us, but our reactions and perceptions to it. By developing a positive mental attitude it’s easier to be a ‘glass half full person.’ If we keep a daily gratitude journal it will train our minds to look for the good things in life.
- Stay Connected
If you have friends and family, stay in regular contact. Use text, phone calls or Skype. Attend regular social events or start a new sport or hobby so you can meet new people.
By connecting regularly to others you can let off steam about what’s going on in your life. You’ll be reminded that it’s not only you who has challenges and that some people are worse off. You may also get the opportunity to help other people This can be very therapeutic from a mental health angle, making us feel useful and fulfilled.
- Be Hopeful About The Future
Don’t resign yourself to thinking your best days are behind you. People of any age can create a bucket list. It’s best to start by writing down 100 (yes 100!) dreams you would like to fulfill. Create a dream board containing the words (or pictures that represent them) for the most important ones.
Next, write down clear and achievable steps you can make towards achieving these dreams. If you focus on the end goal, your mind will help you look for practical ways to get there.
Hopefully, you are now ready to create a game plan for your life. It can provide a valuable framework for all your future goals. Not only can you become closer to achieving your dreams, but you can have a happier and healthier life along the way.
