Getting Connected is the Key to Optimal Health
Ever notice how some people seem to have a vibrant life full of family and friends, as well as great health? And then other people seem to be more isolated, unhappy, and often less healthy? Well there’s a connection between our health and the relationships we have. The more connection with have to at least several close friends, the more it supports our overall health.
I see this all the time when I work with my coaching clients. So many of us lead a life that’s over the top in our level of commitment, but we often don’t make the time for what’s most imporant - nurturing ourselves, getting connected and sustaining the relationships that feed us emotionally and even physically. But when my clients make a determination to get connected with those that mean the most, guess what happens? They begin to feel better about their health and making changes gets that much easier.
I struggle with this myself. I have so many amazing friends but in my busy life, I feel like I don’t make the time to connect with everyone that’s important to me. Of course, this is all about priority and what’s most important to us. If we decide we want to be more connected, we can do it!
Take a listen to me discussing this connection in more detail and some thoughts about what you can do to get connected in your own life. Just by investing a little time with our friends, we can get on the road to better, more vibrant health.
What do you think? Do you feel healthier when you’re connected to close friends? Share your thoughts below.
Filed under: Optimal Health, Healthy lifestyle, Healthy Body, Family and Friends, Relationships, Prevention
yes, i do. in fact, what you said was very important. however, a lot of my friends have kids or grand kids or live far away. and gas is too expensive. so i talk to my friends on the internet or on the phone. most of my friends i have known since i was 5 or six years old, so that is fine with me. the most important thing is to listen to wendy when she talks about healthy eating habits. i am 20lbs overweight from last year and i dont feel very good about it. and i have a hard time keeping up with my biking group. so,l am trying to ride every day and stay away from junkie food. potato chips, and candy and cheese. more veges. watching out for how much is on my plate.
Hi Diane,
You’re on the right track with the thing you’re doing — you’re making it a point to exercise and avoid junk food -good for you. Keep it up and add in more fruits and vegetables.
Wendy