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Make Time for Friends: Take a cue from the song “Auld Lang Syne,” and make time to catch up with an old friend. It will not only boost your mood, but also your health. Having regular contact with a wide circle of friends has been proven to help people live longer, happier lives.
Read for Relief: If holiday happenings bring on anxiety, get some relief by reading. A British study found that spending just six minutes with a good book can lower stress by 68 percent.
Gift of Praise: One of the best gifts you can give takes little time and costs no money: a sincere compliment. Praising someone will make them feel great and give you a lift, as well.
Peppermint Pick-me-up: Whether in candy canes, lotion or tea, peppermint is popular this time of year. Use it to give yourself an instant pick-me-up. The scent stimulates blood flow to the brain, which increases alertness.
A snack for sleep: Having trouble sleeping and tired of counting sheep? Try a banana for a nighttime snack. The fruit contains tryptophan, which can make you drowsy. Bananas are also rich in the minerals magnesium and potassium, which help relax
your muscles.
Do something new: As a new year approaches, vow to try something out of the ordinary every week. Whether it’s a new activity, friend, food or simply learning a new word, bringing something different into your world can enhance brain health and enrich your life.
