Summer is finally in full force, and the living is easy! Do you notice how during summertime everything seems promising? The plants are in full bloom, the sun feels glorious on your skin and the longer days give you boundless energy, making you feel like it’s possible to achieve all your desires and dreams. Why not harness this energy, ride the wave of summer and try something new?Throughout the year we are conditioned to run our lives at an intense pace (physical, emotional and mental), and we often get stuck in a routine, either for the sake of efficiency or out of fear of unfamiliar territory. The lack of variety in doing the same things over and over not only stagnates our minds, but our bodies and hearts as well. Hesitant to break your routine? It is interesting to note that fear and excitement have the same physiological expression in our bodies; it is our mind that classifies the feeling as either positive or negative. So the next time you consider a change in routine and your mind says, “scary!” see if you can re-frame it as, “exciting!”

What is something you have never done before, or that you have wanted to do for a long time? Choose your own adventure: organizing a kayak trip, taking a dance class, doing some exotic travel or setting a goal for a new personal challenge. Or try something simple, like playing flashlight tag with your kids and neighbors or reading in the sunshine. Maybe it’s time to discover a new vegetable dish or to visit a new town, restaurant or beach.

Whatever adventure calls to you, use this summer to make it happen and enjoy the life you came here for. Increasing new experiences and excitement in your life can decrease your need for and dependence on artificial stimulants like caffeine and sugar, leading to more vibrant health. Watch out for massive improvements in physical well-being, mental acuity and motivation, plus a full portfolio of fun!

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