Incorporate wellness into your life

Practicing wellness is critical because it provides us with the opportunity to remain healthy in different aspects of life (i.e., physical, spiritual, environmental, emotional, etc.).

- VARUSKA PATNI

There lies creativity in approaching and maintaining our well-being since every individual is unique. Fully engaging in hobbies and activities can help create true contentment. Here are a few tips to effectively incorporate wellness into your everyday lives.

Mindful eating

I try to put away electronics, engage with others in conversation, and take a few moments to consciously think about where my food comes from. I feel a greater sense of appreciation for the food I eat when I think about how meticulously it was grown and packaged before coming into stores for purchase as well as the amount of effort this end-to-end process took.

Choosing healthy foods

Being aware of and selecting certain foods with specific beneficial ingredients can improve our physical and emotional health. For example, foods with higher levels of tryptophan are known to increase serotonin levels, thus boosting our mood.

Preparing food