Physical Activities
Traditionally, the body and mind have been viewed as two separate entities but the latest research shows that they are part of the same integrated system. Just as negative mental states like stress can have a detrimental impact on our bodies, improving your physical health may be the shortest route to increased happiness. The mind-body connection runs both ways, whether the effect is positive or negative. In Making Australia Happy, leading physiotherapist Anna-Louise Bouvier was recruited to look after the body basics - sleep, diet and exercise. In order to get the most out of their mental training, it was vital that the volunteers were in good physical shape.
Traditionally, the body and mind have been viewed as two separate entities but the latest research shows that they are part of the same integrated system. Just as negative mental states like stress can have a detrimental impact on our bodies, improving your physical health may be the shortest route to increased happiness. The mind-body connection runs both ways, whether the effect is positive or negative. In Making Australia Happy, leading physiotherapist Anna-Louise Bouvier was recruited to look after the body basics - sleep, diet and exercise. In order to get the most out of their mental training, it was vital that the volunteers were in good physical shape.
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