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Home » Fitness » Fitness Diaries: Let’s be kind to one another, it’s the healthiest way to live – Colorado Springs Gazette

Its evident that eating healthy and engaging in a consistent weekly exercise regime contributes to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. But there are also other aspects of our lives that we can adjust to help us all be happier. This includes treating each other with decency and compassion.

As we approach Valentines Day, a day dedicated to love, Im making a call for kindness.

Lately Ive been seeing a more heightened sense of hostility toward one another, leading to name-calling, rapid insults and threatening comments. Why are we so angry?

When we get angry, our blood pressure rises, which can lead to severe heart problems. People typically resort to anger to protect themselves from appearing vulnerable in conflicts or in troublesome situations. Getting mad never feels good, yet we rely on this basic emotion as a defense mechanism when our bodies are in distress.

Staying in this strong emotional state over a long period of time can damage relationships between friends, family members and co-workers. Plus, it can be difficult to focus on everyday tasks as confrontational situations play over and over in our minds.

Controlling our anger can help us gain a better perspective on finding ways to be kind to each other.

Social media is the most common place for people to vent their frustrations or express their opinions on trending news topics. Unfortunately, this platform also has normalized the ability to belittle others while hiding behind a screen.

If you find yourself feeling extremely upset with those who may not have the same opinion as you, perhaps its best to schedule some time away from social media.

Colorado is a beautiful state; take advantage of it. Taking in the sights of nature can clear your mind and relieve stress.

And dont forget to take a few pictures while youre on your outdoor excursion, so when youre ready to return to social media you can post them. Your scenic photos could help uplift someone elses spirits if theyre having a bad day.

Offline, keeping your cool can clearly be more difficult when crossing paths with someone who pushes your buttons.

The common saying, kill them with kindness, can be easier said than done especially when feeling trapped in an argumentative situation that you didnt instigate. In these instances, it is habitual to seek revenge or use other combative tactics to ensure the other person feels the same pain youre feeling. Stop! Holding a grudge builds constant tension and evokes hatred.

If having a civil conversation is not an option, it could be time to distance yourself from this person. If its a family member, reach out to a family counselor to help mend unresolved issues in a neutral setting.

If youre the one feeling constant anger or if youre having a hard time controlling your outbursts, please seek the help of a counselor or therapist.

Emotions are contagious. Try to surround yourself with those that give you joy.

Smile more; say, hello to people as you walk by them; wave to your neighbors; hold the door open for others as you enter or exit a building; buy a cup of coffee for a co-worker; and take a friend out to lunch. These small actions can make a big difference in improving someones day and may motivate them to pass it forward.

Now, lets spread love and shower others with kindness. The world is in dire need of it.

Stephanie Swearngin has been a nationally certified fitness professional since 2009.

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Fitness Diaries: Let's be kind to one another, it's the healthiest way to live - Colorado Springs Gazette

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