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if you're tired of following the rules all the time, here's the good news: in some cases, you can relax. Of course, there are some bad behaviors, you'd better just give up. (sorry, it's not a good idea to drink too much or stay up until 4 a.m. to browse Facebook.) But sometimes it pays off to break the rules. Let's take a look at eight common "no" words. You may just want to say "yes" occasionally. Maybe don't try it all at once, OK?
Credit: kerkez / iStock / gettyimages Credit: solisimages / iStock / gettyimages Credit: ivanko ﹤ brnjakovic / iStock / gettyimages your mother always tells you that you shouldn't sit there and feel sorry for yourself. However, a 2016 study by Colorado State University found that embracing feelings of sadness - such as after a breakup, or when someone gets the promotion you want - can actually make it easier for you to cope. A 2011 study in the journal Personality Research found that crying can help you feel better. Atlanta psychologist Dion Metzger, MD, said emotional tears are signals that release mood enhancing hormones, such as serotonin and norepinephrine, so when you rub your eyes, you may have a sense of relief. read a little more : seven of the healthiest ways to deal with a breakup a day can reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes and some cancers. According to a 2017 study in the annals of internal medicine, it can even help you live longer. Guess what: it's OK to eat more, as long as it doesn't make you nervous or affect your ability to fall asleep. Just don't overdo it. The Mayo Clinic recommends no more than 400 milligrams of caffeine a day. (equivalent to four 8 oz cups of coffee) it's also important to pay attention to the content in Java. Jessica swift, a registered dietitian, says that drinking black coffee without sugar, syrup or cream will bring you the biggest benefits. Advertisements credit card: g-stock studio / iStock / gettyimages Credit: gpointstudio / iStock / gettyimages Advertisements 1. Worrying doesn't solve any problems, and it's not good for your mental health. But in small doses, it actually helps. A 2017 study published in the journal Social & personality psychology compass found that a little worry can prompt you to take action. For example, Scott dehorty, a licensed clinical social worker, said seeing someone shuttle through traffic can make you worry about your safety and make your driving more defensive. If something that you are very nervous or anxious about is not a big deal, or if your worries are intolerable and make it difficult for you to have a normal day, consider talking to your doctor or therapist. Now let's hear why the obsession with "happiness" in the U.S. has put us under pressure.
2. Good news: you don't have to feel guilty about watching house of cards back to back. Watching TV crazily is often considered a meaningless waste of time, but it's actually good for you. Elisabeth Cohen, an assistant professor of communication at West Virginia University, wrote on conversation.com that immersing herself in the storyline of a TV show is a temporary escape from her responsibilities and pressures, but the key is to see watching TV as a good time to rest, not a bad habit. Believing that only lazy people can watch TV can deprive people of the benefits of stress reduction, according to a 2014 issue of communication research.
3. When you have a strong desire to eat biscuits and succumb to desire or a slice of pizza, you'd better enjoy it. Marie Spano, a sports nutritionist, says that always saying "no" is the secret to feeling deprived. When that happens, you're likely to end up collapsing and gobbling up whatever's around you - even if it's not that delicious. That's why it might actually be wiser to allow yourself to squander. "Eating a small amount of what you really want may mean that you'll end up eating fewer calories because your taste buds are happy," Spano said, thanks to
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5. Drinking a third cup of coffee
6. Anger not only makes you feel spoiled by the royal family, but also good. It's actually beneficial. The American Psychological Association says feeling angry will prompt you to take action, which gives you a sense of control. As long as you can express anger constructively, you can also improve relationships. (after all, honesty brings people closer!) Instead of saying the first thing in your head out loud, think about what you're talking about and what you want the other person to understand, says Scott dehorty, a social worker. Credit card: Minerva studio / iStock / gettyimages
7. "Clutter" is overrated, especially when you're trying to think creatively. 。 A study published in the journal Psychological Science in 2013 found that people are often better at brainstorming in messy rooms than in clean rooms. Being surrounded by a little bit of clutter seems to make you more open to new experiences. However, chaos is not always the best. The same study found that having an organized environment encourages you to make healthier choices and be more generous. So, the moment you have a light bulb, think about straightening it. The contribution of
8. Take a break from your exercise. Yes, regular exercise is very important. You can keep it up. But it's just as important to relax once in a while. A day or two of rest will give your body time to recover. Just as important, it frees your brain from doing the same thing over and over again, says registered dietitian Marie Spano. So when you come back to training the next day, you feel good physically and mentally. But that doesn't mean you have to lie on the couch all day. Try to enter with a simple, low stress activity, such as walking or yogaYour sport. Or replace your usual exercise with the same challenging but different exercise. " For example, using climbing instead of lifting weights can challenge your body in new ways, "Spano said. Will you avoid these "bad" habits? Do you think you will let yourself indulge in it more frequently? What other "bad" habits do you allow yourself to develop? Please let us know in the comments below!
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