British Researchers found that sipping on a peppermint drink can boost your mood, making you feel happier in as little as three minutes. The peppermint causes the release of mood-boosting alpha waves, which are electrical impulses in the brain, that make you feel upbeat or happier. Sad, having a bad day, or just in a lousy mood? How about a cup of peppermint tea?
We all have things that make us happy or joyful, but sometimes those things get buried beneath our worries, doubts, and fears. Or perhaps we don't take time to dwell on them because of busyness. A University of Michigan study has found that jotting down the things that make one happy or thankful can lower one's blood pressure. They credit the fact that feeling grateful quiets artery-squeezing rumination by shifting one's focus to the positives in their life, both big things and small ones. Such an easy thing and it requires no medication.
A study out of North Carolina State University a couple of years ago, found that bird-watching lead to less psychological distress and thus, enhanced well-being. When bird-watching was compared to nature walks, the bird-watching for 30 minutes led to the most significand improvement in stress and happiness. This might be worth trying the next time you feel stressed and set out to relax.
Do you give thanks before meals? Do you practice thankfulness in your everyday life? If you answered yes to one or both of those questions, good for you. According to HARVARD HEALTH PUBLISHING, "Giving thanks could make you happier and healthier. Research suggests that people who express gratitude are more optimistic, have better relationships and exercise more."
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Actually, the answer may be yes. As the body starts to feel the burn of hot peppers, it releases endorphins attempting to cool the body. Endorphins are naturally occurring hormones that make us feel good.
