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When you think about being “healthy,” what comes to mind?
Salads? Cardio? 8 hours of sleep?
What about…
People?
The truth is, being part of a community is one of the BEST things you can do for your health.
Research shows people who have strong social connections…
- Live longer, happier lives
- Show slower signs of cognitive decline in old age
- Suffer from fewer chronic illnesses
- And have better physical and mental health overall
It makes sense, right?
Have you ever been in a workout class and found yourself cycling faster or feeling stronger than ever?
Or walked with a friend and went miles farther than usual without even noticing?
Exercising in a group can help hold you accountable — and motivate you to work harder than you could solo.
Eating with other people can motivate healthier choices, too.
When you’re sitting around a table with people you love, you’re just as likely to focus on the conversation as the food…
And you’re less likely to overeat.
Then there’s the mental health aspect of being surrounded by a community.
Having close friends to vent to — and realizing you’re not alone — can help you bounce back faster from setbacks.
Plus, it can help lower your stress levels…
Which can improve everything from your weight, to your heart health, to your overall outlook on life.
So if you’re looking to prioritize your health, one of the BEST things you can do is call a friend to meet for lunch or a walk — whatever gets you together.
And if you don’t have a core group to call up?
Try joining a regular yoga class, spend some free time hanging out in a shared art studio, or volunteer with an organization you care about.
Go into it with an open mind — and make a conscious effort to put yourself out there and make connections.
You’ll feel better in the moment…
And you’ll build a community that can help you live a longer, healthier, happier life for YEARS to come. 💚
To a healthy, balanced life,Maggie QActivatedYou Founder
