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4 Ways to Support Your Loved Ones This Valentine’s Day
Every Valentine's Day, people want to find the best ways to show their partner or even a close friend how much they care. It is easy to get sucked into thinking you have to give them the most expensive or elaborate present you can find, but sometimes, the most meaningful gifts are the simplest. Here are four easy ways to show your loved ones how much you care this February. A TEXT A DAY Knowing someone has your back throughout the year, no matter how difficult things can get, is a great source of support and love. In addition to the usual communication you share with your loved one, add in a supportive text each day, whether it’s simply letting them know you’re thinking of them or wishing them luck on a presentation or interview. The best part about these texts is that they can be sent year-round. A MORNING MESSAGE BOARD Whiteboards are fun to draw on and make great calendars, but they can also be used to share heartfelt messages with your roommates or spouse. Writing positive messages like, “I hope you have a wonderful day!” or “You matter!” can make all the difference. Waking up to a loving note from someone they care about could mean the world to them and shift their entire mood for the day. A DAILY JOURNAL ENTRY February and March are usually when New Year’s resolutions begin to falter. To encourage yourself and your loved one, consider starting a daily journal. Leave a journal where you both have access to it and write positive messages inside for the other person. This acknowledgment of hard work is exactly what you both need to continue pursuing your goals this year. RANDOM GIFTS You don’t have to wait for a birthday, Christmas, or Valentine’s Day to give your loved one a gift. Buying small gifts lets your friend or spouse know you’ve been thinking about them. Whether it’s a treat they enjoy, a book, or even a small gift card, these thoughtful gestures are sure to make them smile
February is American Heart Month, but the pandemic hasn't been easy for our heart health. Research says “sitting is the new smoking,” which isn't good news for our hearts! Here’s what you need to know about maintaining a healthy heart during an era when we're forced to stay mostly indoors. HOW BAD IS IT TO SIT, ANYWAY? A 2017 study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found evidence that sitting for long periods of time is a risk factor for early death. The more you sit, the greater your risk of an early death. For example, participants in the study who sat 13 hours a day had a 200% greater risk of early death than participants who sat less than 11 hours. The largest study about the dangers of sitting involved 800,000 people and found that people who sat the most had an increased diabetes risk (112%), and an increased risk of cardiovascular events, like heart attack and strokes (147%). SO, HOW CAN YOU SIT LESS? There are many ways to cut out the sitting habit — even leaning on a wall is better than sitting. Whether you’re working from home or working out in the world, here’s what you can do. First, try standing or walking whenever you use your phone. Don’t let yourself sit around and browse Twitter or Facebook all day. Use a standing desk or a bar table to place your computer or laptop on, and work in a healthy, standing manner. Second, try increasing your exercise habits throughout your day. A simple way of doing this is setting a reminder to get up and walk every 30 minutes. You can also take a walk break every time you have a coffee or tea, or swap TV time for active tasks or hobbies (like cleaning or sports). Aerobic exercise for one hour can also drastically improve your heart disease risks, so don’t neglect your free YouTube and internet resources for easy-to- follow exercises at home!
We hope these tips help. A healthy lifestyle is a happier one, and at Sevenish Law Firm, we’re on your side!
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