Next time you’re in a stinky mood, try this little but very effective mood changer:
Soak up the sun by
a. Opening the drapes or blinds, or
b. Having breakfast/lunch/dinner outside, or
c. Walking or exercising outdoors, or
d. All the above
It will
a. Lift your spirits, or
b. Boost your energy, or
c. Improve your attitude and frame of mind, or
d. All the above
AND LET THE SUN BRIGHTEN YOUR DAY!
While traveling all over Europe I noticed that people in the Southern European countries like Spain, Italy and Greece seem to be more cheerful, colorful, are generally in a better mood, and seem to get more enjoyment out of life than their Northern European counterparts. You think that them having much more exposure to the sun could have something to do with it? I certainly do. And their enjoyment of and passion for life is reflected in their beautiful music, passionate dances and colorful fashions.
ARE YOU GETTING ENOUGH SUN?
Exposure to the sun is probably the single best way to help our bodies produce Vitamin D. A Vitamin D deficiency can cause serious health problems like osteoporosis and rickets and is more common than some people realize. Eating foods containing Vitamin D (like salmon and eggs) or taking a Vitamin D supplement is good but pale in comparison to simple exposure to the sun. So what do experts suggest? Just exposing your skin (face, arms, hands or back) to the sun for about 10-15 minutes twice a week without using sunscreen is sufficient to provide adequate Vitamin D. Drinking your morning coffee and reading the paper on the deck or a walk around the block will do the job. Naturally, if you’re exposed for longer periods (doing yard work or watching an outdoor game, etc.), apply sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15 to protect your skin as too much sun can have negative effects as well, including skin cancer.
“A PERFECT SUMMER DAY IS WHEN THE SUN IS SHINING, A BREEZE IS BLOWING, THE BIRDS ARE SINGING, AND THE LAWN MOWER IS BROKEN.” — JAMES DENT
