A cheerful heart is good medicine,
but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
Aristotle once said “Happiness is the meaning and purpose of life, the whole aim and the end of human existence” – a sentiment that is backed by science today.
Scientific research shows:
+ being happy strengthens our immune systems
+ positivity is a great support when we are stressed, with the belief that we can get through the tough times, and even that challenges are a gift for growth.
+ when you are happy and worry less you strengthen your heart and are less at risk for cardiovascular disease,
+ when overcoming illness or surgery, it helps to be at ease, and
+ there is even research that validates being happy leads to longevity!
Meanwhile ‘a crushed spirit dries up the bones ‘ warns us that both emotional and spiritual anguish can have a disabling effect on our physical wellbeing. Deep despair and hopelessness can make us go wobbly at the knees or collapse us into immobility.
Thus today I hope you find moments of laughter, gratitude and positivity to keep your spirits buoyant and your bones strong.