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- Since light travels faster than sound, isn't that why some people appear bright until you hear them speak? - Why is an orange an orange but an apple not a red? - Why don't more psychics win the lottery? - Why is yawning contagious?
While I am a big believer in seeking contentment in life, I know that a breakfast cereal or certain car model is not going to help me find it. Moreover, I don't believe it is possible to achieve a constant state of happiness. Just think about it, the feeling of being intensely happy never lasts for long. Yes, we can be happy about a new job, extra money or even a bigger car, but such feelings of happiness and elation are fleeting.
The people who seem to have the most contentment in life have something that brings them a sense of purpose. It could be a creative project, involvement helping others or even a spiritual quest. For myself, I have discovered that my work as an advisor is what makes me feel good. However, it is different for everyone and this is what I share with my clients when they come to me needing direction or lacking enthusiasm in their lives. I ask them to think about the things that bring meaning to their life and that give them a sense of purpose and then look for ways to fulfill that purpose.
Sometimes it could be something as small as taking a little walk in nature, tending a garden or calling to check up on a friend or neighbor. The positive feelings these moments bring are mean to be savored. There are many ways to experience contentment in your life. You just have to find what works for you. In my experience, once you start this process, it becomes easier and easier. It is about taking the time to honor our selves and those around us.
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I was a little confused by the claim until I did some research. Apparently the extra weight gain is due to the stress put on the body as a result of its lack of sleep. When your body is under stress, it reacts by secreting a hormone called cortisol that sends extra bursts of energy and heightens your memory functions to compensate for your condition. At the same time, the body also adjusts how it metabolizes sugar, fat, and other substances by storing up fat. The increased cortisol also raises insulin levels, which means you have to work even harder to burn that stored fat. Basically, your internal system slows down.
So, while there are times when we can't control our sleep patterns, it is to our benefit to get enough sleep. Studies show that people who are well rested have more energy and tend to exercise harder and longer than those who are tired from lack of sleep. And in addition, when people are well rested, they are less likely to turn to poor food choices such as sweets for a pick-me-up.
So, if you want to feel healthier, trimmer, and more energetic, why not try getting to bed a half hour or hour earlier to get more shut-eye. Remember that old saying "Early to bed, early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise." It looks like science is proving that. Why not try it to see how you feel after a good night's sleep? Your body would thank you with better health, more energy, and a trimmer figure.


Now that the Olympic Games of Beijing have finished and we are all middle of distills sports is a good moment to do recount of the large sports milestones obtained. Without doubt one of the largest, with permission of Usage Bolt, has been the achieved by Michael Phelps with its 8 golds. 




And there are plenty of ways to do that. It can be as simple as thinking of a topic that interests you and then researching it. When you research, you expose yourself to a wealth of information. And with today's sophisticated online search engines, researching is much easier than it used to be. That makes it easy to keep your mind active without even leaving home.
And there are other means to find mental stimulation. If you are fond of formal classes, you could look into the curriculum offered at a local learning center, community college, or even a major university. Many universities now offer online classes, which really broadens your learning options. Whether it's a cooking class or a university course in psychology, you'll benefit from learning something new. You can also stimulate your "little grey cells" by visiting a local museum or watching historical, scientific, and other educational programs on television.
And don't forget the easiest and simplest lifelong learning technique, reading. A powerful activity for keeping the mind honed and sharp, reading is an inexpensive and pleasant pastime. Studies show that teachers and professors tend to keep their mental faculties longer, and this factor is attributed to their regular reading habits. So, settling in with a book is good for your health!
I am sure there are topics and subjects you would like to know more about, and I hope you will take some time to investigate them.


Origin:
Approximately 1935; origin uncertain, but said to have been coined by Robert H. Link, American scoutmaster, referring to the braided lanyard made by boy scouts.
