Fun Facts

It’s back to school time.  We all can be life-long learners no matter if we are officially enrolled in classes or not.  This September, consider trying and or integrating any or all of the following into your routine:
 
Snacks – forget about an apple for the teacher, enjoy one a day.  Apples support your immune system, their skins contain quercetin, a type of plant pigment flavonoid that helps boost your immune system and reduce inflammation.
 
Bedtime – set a time to get ready for and to be in bed. With a more consistent sleep schedule you will reinforce your circadian rhythm, which helps productivity and wellbeing and can improve your biological, mental and emotional health.
 
Connections – make a new friend, go to something you enjoy or have always wanted to try or join a club.  Being with others is one of the healthy things we can do for ourselves and our spirit.
 
Energy- manage your energy, just as you do your time and hopefully your stress.  Know what and who drains or adds to your well-being. Consciously managing our energy provides us with more opportunity to do those things that we enjoy and get joy from.
 
Recess- when your mind is full, it’s time to take a break.  Taking a time out allows us to recharge and can increase productivity, creativity, job satisfaction and connection to ourselves. 
 
No studying, no memorizing and no tests for you this September.  Simply, try a few things to optimize your routine and ready for yourself for some healthy growth and discovery.  It can be a fact that taking better care of yourself is fun.