Life changing benefits of gratitude

It is always said that the virtues you adopt in life play a huge role in shaping your fate. There are numerous human virtues that can influence your life by attracting positivity. One of the most important virtues of human life is gratitude. 

Gratitude is all about showing appreciation for everything however small it is. By being grateful, you are able to attract a wide array of benefits which help transform your life and make you a highly revered person. So, what are the benefits of showing gratitude? 

·      Living happily

Being grateful is no doubt one of the most difficult qualities to inculcate in any person's life. Once you have acquired this virtue, you are assured of leading a happier life. By being grateful for every small deed or support, you are able to touch lives in huge ways. Many people who do not show gratitude lack getting support or aid in their own times of distress. There are many ways of showing gratitude and whichever way you choose, you can rest assured that it will have a positive impact on your life.

·      Helps build character

People who value gratitude are able to lead a life that is envied by many people. Gratitude helps mold other important characteristics that play a huge role in shaping your life. Being grateful naturally leads to performing good deeds that positively impact the lives of people around you. Simple acts of gratitude will certainly go a long way towards molding your character that will ultimately define the type of person you become.

·      Earns you respect

The fact that respect is earned cannot be underestimated. Showing gratitude helps you become closer to people which means they get to appreciate your kind acts and overall character. By earning the respect of those around you, you can rest assured that you will always receive immense support in your time of need. Respect opens doors to numerous opportunities that can transform your life in unimaginable ways.

Gratitude is not only limited to only saying thank you. It can also be shown by reciprocating the good acts by others and avoiding revenge on those who do wrong unto you. The benefits of showing gratitude are important in shaping numerous aspects of your life. Therefore, we all should strive to show acts of gratitude if we desire to leave a mark on this world.

Dr. Kevin Crawford

4110 22nd Place Lubbock, TX 79410

(806) 792-4329

Disclaimer:  This information is provided as an educational service only, and is not intended as a substitute for medical advice.  Anyone seeking specific medical advice or assistance should consult his or her doctor or orthopedic surgeon.

Safeguarding Your Heart Health for a Longer Life

In the recent past, there has been a rise in heart disease cases. Heart diseases are among the leading causes of death from children to the elderly. But the medical community is fighting back. Doctors and Health & Wellness blogs have launched an online campaign to raise heart health awareness in order to help prevent this debilitating and often fatal condition. There are preventive measures that can help keep heart disease at bay:

·      Regular screening

This is especially important for those who have risk factors such as being obese or family history of heart disease. Health screening assists to uncover developing illnesses and exposes diseases leading to heart diseases such as diabetes.  During the screening, get your cholesterol and blood pressure measured in order to take the necessary steps if they present a problem. Do not wait until it’s too late. The earlier the risk factors are exposed and taken care off, the better chances you have of preventing heart diseases.

·      Adopt a healthy diet

Part of what accelerates the risk factors and weakens the body’s immune system is the consistent unhealthy choices we make with our diet. It is, therefore, crucial to adopt a healthy diet plan that is geared towards reducing the cholesterol levels and increasing the body’s immune system. Avoid excessive salt, sugar, and calories. In addition, to a healthy diet, reducing alcohol intake is a huge part of preventing heart diseases. You can work alongside your nutritionist for the best results

·      Avoid smoking or using tobacco

Tobacco contains chemicals that can lead to plaque buildup in the blood vessels. This buildup can lead to a heart attack. The carbon monoxide in cigarettes gives your heart extra work in order to supply oxygen to your body. Eventually, your blood pressure and heart rate rise. Evidently, the more one smokes and uses tobacco, the more the risk factors increase. Hence, avoid such bad habits for the sake of your health.

·      Sleep

Utmost, get at least seven hours of good sleep. It not only keeps you refreshed and energetic each day but also prevents the risk of heart disease. By getting enough quality sleep, the risk of being obese, depressed, having high blood pressure and diabetes greatly reduces. In case you have trouble getting your beauty sleep, get in touch with your doctor as it might be due to sleep disorders.

Bottom line is to seek to have a healthy lifestyle. Maintain a healthy weight, adopt a healthy diet and avoid using drugs that affect the risk factors and compromise your health. Help keep heart health awareness alive by taking the right steps to avoid heart diseases.

Live Life to its Fullest

Dr. Kevin Crawford

4110 22nd Place Lubbock, TX 79410

(806) 792-4329

Disclaimer:  This information is provided as an educational service only, and is not intended as a substitute for medical advice.  Anyone seeking specific medical advice or assistance should consult his or her doctor or orthopedic surgeon.