Editor’s Letter
Happiness is contagious
Happiness is thankfully not a disease we have to treat. But because of that, it is not a well-studied emotion. Sadly there are those who want to shut down your happiness! I am sure we have all experienced the discomfort of that truth at one time or another.
Invest some time in yourself and cultivate joy, despite what anyone else thinks. Then share it! Unlike the flu, or the winter blues, happiness is a gift you can actually enjoy.
Three articles you need to read today: the one on addiction, the article on the business of play, and the one on sitting is the new smoking.
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Yours in Healthy Living
Ear Disease in Dogs
Table of Contents ↑|Dr Alex Niven outlines the causes, symptoms and treatment of outer ear infection in dogs so that you can be prepared if your best friend is afflicted with this common condition.
Beauty from Within
Table of Contents ↑|Are we alone in facing the pressures of maintaining a youthful appearance? Certainly not, if one considers the sheer size of the global beauty industry, predicted to reach the R400 billion mark within the next 5 years.
Sitting is the New Smoking
Table of Contents ↑|I am a workaholic and I know I need to exercise. The thing is that I am just too tired when I wake up in the morning and also too tired after work. So I do nothing. But this will lead me to age early with inflexibility and low muscle tone. Where do I start?
7 Reasons to do Hot Yoga
Table of Contents ↑|When the days are shorter, greyer, and the cold has set in, it is much more challenging to get out of a warm, cozy bed and motivate yourself to exercise. Consider Hot Yoga to keep you active, fit and happy during the chilly winter months.
The Business of Play
Table of Contents ↑|What is play? Play allows opportunities for physical, emotional, cognitive and social growth and is often pleasurable, spontaneous and creative. Play can reduce frightening and traumatic events; it may relieve anxiety and tension and can aid in relaxation, amusement and enjoyment.
Steps to Recovering from Addiction
Table of Contents ↑|Substance and alcohol abuse have a highly destructive effect on both the abuser and his/her close friends and family. Addiction, however, does not have to ruin lives indefinitely – there are steps that can be taken to recovery.
