March 20th is International Day of Happiness.
Studies have recently shown that happiness plays an important role in your health. A UCLA study showed that happiness lowered gene inflammation and stronger antibody and antiviral responses. Happiness also reduces stress, decreases pain and enhances your bonds with other people.
Happiness expert, Deborah Heisz, gives ten practices that can make you happy:
- Positive attitude
- Connection & love
- Meaning
- Creativity
- Gratitude
- Mindfulness
- Health
- Resilience
- Spirituality
- Giving back
Listen in as Deborah joins host Melanie Cole to share how you can be happier and encourage others to be happier as well.