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11 Ways to Live Longer Healthier and Happier

1. Abstain from alcohol. 
   

   There are many negative effects of alcohol. It has been widely associated with irregular heartbeats and increasing the risk of stroke-inducing clots. All alcohol especially red wine contains high amount of tyramine, which can increase heart rate and blood pressure. Though it gives a certain "high", alcohol will also dehydrate and deplete the vitamins and minerals in your body.

   
   

   When the alcohol moves through your bloodstream to your brain, it sabotages your frontal lobe resulting in high blood alcohol levels. People who drink too much will lose judgment and inhibition and do many stupid things that they will regret in the morning.

   
   
   
2. Quit smoking. 
   

   If you haven't started, don't. If you have but want to live longer healthier and happier, quit smoking today. Everyone is aware that smoking can cause lung cancer and raise the risk of heart attack and yet it is very difficult to quit once the habit is set in. Smoking also affects your cholesterol level. Heavy smokers are more likely to show premature wrinkling and dry skin.

   
   
   
3. Work Out. 
   

   Regular exercise allows you to live longer healthier and happier. Your exercise routine should combine cardio work and weight training. If you are too busy, you should still put aside about 30 minutes a day out in the open, taking brisk walks. Three times a week at the gym will do a lot of good to your health in the long run.

   
   

   To improve your body mind connection you should try Pilates. It helps strengthens and builds flexibility. Practicing yoga has many beneficial effects. It is a great way to de-stress. With the combination of stretching, deep breathing and meditation, you can overcome overcome fatigue, maintain peak performance and live longer healthier and happier.

   
   
   
4. Manage your emotions. 
   

   Health related problems are linked to negative emotions that lead to stress and anxieties. Free yourself from emotional trauma and learn to let go of your anger and hurt in healthy way. Whatever has happened in the past can't be undone.

   
   

   Admit to yourself that you are affected by something someone did or said. Ask yourself if your reaction is justified. You need to remember that you can choose to ignore, indulge or deal with it.

   
   

   Exercise is an effective way to manage your emotions. It lowers your blood pressure and releases endorphins, which will make you feel calm. It metabolizes your hormones such as adrenaline that otherwise will build up your stress.

   
   
   
5. Eat well. 
   

   Other than satisfying your hunger, food provides the energy to do the many things that you are meant to accomplish. But you have to eat well and smart to avoid being overweight and unhealthy.

   
   

   Have your breakfast every day. Eat a lot of greens and fruits and drink plenty of water. Cut back on calories, balance your diet and eat food that provides your nutritional needs. Control your snacking and binging. Reduce your caffeine, salt and sugar intake.

   
   
   
6. Live a balanced lifestyle. 
   

   Have time for everything important in your life such as your work, family and personal time. Find time for entertainment, a hobby and a laugh. Allow yourself to experience as many things as possible.

   
   

   Get organized and know your priorities. Have plenty of goals to reach for and work out the plans and strategies to accomplish them. Do the important things that will make you live longer healthier and happier.

   
   
   
   
   
7. Learn to love your job. 
   

   You spend many hours at work so you should love it. If you don't like your job, find something else that you are passionate about. When you don't enjoy your work, it affects the other parts of your life. Whatever it is, do something that keeps you busy, happy and stimulated.

   
   
   
8. Feed your mind. 
   

   Feed your mind with positive and inspiring thoughts. You must know what to focus on and what to remove from it. Everything that goes in and stays inside is within your control.

   
   

   Acquire as much knowledge as you can. Expand your mind through readingand listening to materials that will enhance your personal growth. Read daily and with each book, you will prosper.

   
   
   
9. Develop the right attitude. 
   

   Your attitude determines your life. If your attitude is positive and right, you can overcome any challenges, change anything that doesn't suit or adapt accordingly. Have great expectations and start to believe in possibilities and your strengths. Your approach towards life and people will make many things possible and bearable.

   
   
   
10. Learn to love. 
    

    We live in a social world. Our problems always have to do with them so we must know how to communicate, connect and deal with others. Having friends and family is one of the gifts that make life meaningful. They are there you when you are down and need a shoulder to cry.

    
    

    Learn to love everyone and stop being judgmental. When you can love others, they will move towards you.

    
    
    
11. Get enough rest. 
    

    Take breaks regularly. Get away from the chaos and noise and go for a retreat. Get enough sleep and sleep well. The amount of sleep is unimportant compared to the quality. You should have ample snooze to relax your body and mind.

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