If you hear the phrase ‘normal habits’, you’ll think of things like playing video games, chewing gum, being messy, etc. And if you mention any of these to anybody they are going to tell you these are bad and unhealthy but did you know these are actually good for your health?
Yes, all the activities or habits we mentioned above are just a few examples of all the normal and mundane things that are actually good for our bodies and mind. After you finish this article you’ll have a counter argument to tell people who tell you to stop playing videogames or shower daily.
Grunting while working out
If you thought you needed supplements to get a few extra reps in your workout, you’re sadly mistaken. Believe it or not but grunting can actually make you stronger while working out. You don’t need to do this out loud as it will annoy people at your gym but you can yell inside your head and it will have the same effect. It will also make you focus more on your work.
Playing video games
Everyone has always said that videogames are poison for young children as they make them violent and delusional. Unfortunately, for those parents there is a counter-argument as playing fast-paced video games has proven to make children better at decision making and improved reaction times. This can help children in some situations.
Playing strategy games
This can be both strategy videogames and board games. Playing these games can help improve decision making and enhances our brain’s ability to learn. Many studies and reports have shown that real-time strategy games can improve the way you think and arrive at decisions. Researchers have said that children should be encouraged to play board games to make them smarter.
Surrounding yourself with positive people
You may have heard this bit of advice, that the best thing to do in life is to surround yourself with positive people as it will have a positive impact on your life. This actually happens to be true as surrounding yourself with positive people will make you feel happier and positive which actually impacts you mentally. So, get rid of all the negative and toxic people in your life.
Motivate yourself by asking “How important is it?”
If you ever feel like you cannot complete a task or are just feeling lazy, just ask yourself “How important is it?” This will help motivate you to complete your school or work projects on time as they are very important. This can also stop you from making bad or rash decisions.
Eat foods that make you feel good
This doesn’t mean that you get all your meals at McDonald’s as they make you happy. This means that you should eat those foods that don’t make you feel bad after eating them. If you have to question your diet after consuming food you shouldn’t eat that as they don’t make you feel great after eating.
Using social media
Believe it or not but there are many positive aspects of using social media. Not only does it keep us in contact with our friends and loved ones but it also provides us with an emotional connection and support. We feel connected to society using social media and we get an emotional boost after being on it with our friends and family.
Burping is good
Burping is something many people find gross and disgusting but in reality, it actually helps out our bodies. It is actually part of our normal digestion and helps us maintain good gastric health by getting rid of unwanted gases that have collected inside our stomachs. Burping after meals actually helps in relieving stomach pain.
Cold showers vs hot showers
Did you know that cold showers improves blood circulation and can also help in weight loss? Yes, cold water on our body will improve your blood circulation and can also increase the levels of glutathione. It also lowers blood pressure and promotes fat burning activities. So, next time opt for a cold shower rather than a hot one.
Swearing helps reduce stress
If you’ve ever seen a clip of chef Gordon Ramsay on YouTube you’ll hear him swearing. Many people, especially our parents will tell us that swearing is wrong. But, a study that was held at Keele University’s School of Psychology suggested that swearing is actually good for our health. But, don’t overdo it as it will lose all emotional attachment and will be just swearing.
Chewing gum boosts memory
Yes, chewing gum actually has a ton of positive side effects. The positive side includes a boost in memory as well as it improves decision making and alertness. It is suggested that students should chew gum while in class taking notes. Studies have shown that chewing gum actually helps to decrease the feeling of stress as well as it reduces levels of the cortisol in our bodies.
Sleeping in reduces the risk of heart attacks
Yes, waking up early can be bad for you and what was considered to be a sign of laziness – sleeping late is actually good for your health. According to studies people who wake up early have a higher risk of developing high blood pressure and more of a risk to stroke, heart attack, and hypertension.
Being messy boosts creativity
Yes, believe it or not, but being messy and disorganization can actually help you be more creative. There have been experiments held at the University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management which showed that people with messy rooms were more creative than the ones who had neat and tidy rooms.
Showering every second day
Showering every second day can actually have a good influence on your body. Showering daily and with hot water can easily dry out your skin and cause wrinkles to appear. But, if you skip a day and shower your skin will stay healthier and softer. This is because the day you do not shower is the day your body can produce its natural oil that rejuvenates the skin.
Gossiping is good
We have been taught that gossiping is bad but did you know the positive side effect of gossiping? Studies have shown that gossiping not only improves our bond with people and friends by also reduces anxiety and our stress levels. It has also been discovered that our friendships also grow thanks to gossiping.
Yes, all the activities or habits we mentioned above are just a few examples of all the normal and mundane things that are actually good for our bodies and mind. After you finish this article you’ll have a counter argument to tell people who tell you to stop playing videogames or shower daily.
Grunting while working out
If you thought you needed supplements to get a few extra reps in your workout, you’re sadly mistaken. Believe it or not but grunting can actually make you stronger while working out. You don’t need to do this out loud as it will annoy people at your gym but you can yell inside your head and it will have the same effect. It will also make you focus more on your work.
Playing video games
Everyone has always said that videogames are poison for young children as they make them violent and delusional. Unfortunately, for those parents there is a counter-argument as playing fast-paced video games has proven to make children better at decision making and improved reaction times. This can help children in some situations.
Playing strategy games
This can be both strategy videogames and board games. Playing these games can help improve decision making and enhances our brain’s ability to learn. Many studies and reports have shown that real-time strategy games can improve the way you think and arrive at decisions. Researchers have said that children should be encouraged to play board games to make them smarter.
Surrounding yourself with positive people
You may have heard this bit of advice, that the best thing to do in life is to surround yourself with positive people as it will have a positive impact on your life. This actually happens to be true as surrounding yourself with positive people will make you feel happier and positive which actually impacts you mentally. So, get rid of all the negative and toxic people in your life.
Motivate yourself by asking “How important is it?”
If you ever feel like you cannot complete a task or are just feeling lazy, just ask yourself “How important is it?” This will help motivate you to complete your school or work projects on time as they are very important. This can also stop you from making bad or rash decisions.
Eat foods that make you feel good
This doesn’t mean that you get all your meals at McDonald’s as they make you happy. This means that you should eat those foods that don’t make you feel bad after eating them. If you have to question your diet after consuming food you shouldn’t eat that as they don’t make you feel great after eating.
Using social media
Believe it or not but there are many positive aspects of using social media. Not only does it keep us in contact with our friends and loved ones but it also provides us with an emotional connection and support. We feel connected to society using social media and we get an emotional boost after being on it with our friends and family.
Burping is good
Burping is something many people find gross and disgusting but in reality, it actually helps out our bodies. It is actually part of our normal digestion and helps us maintain good gastric health by getting rid of unwanted gases that have collected inside our stomachs. Burping after meals actually helps in relieving stomach pain.
Cold showers vs hot showers
Did you know that cold showers improves blood circulation and can also help in weight loss? Yes, cold water on our body will improve your blood circulation and can also increase the levels of glutathione. It also lowers blood pressure and promotes fat burning activities. So, next time opt for a cold shower rather than a hot one.
Swearing helps reduce stress
If you’ve ever seen a clip of chef Gordon Ramsay on YouTube you’ll hear him swearing. Many people, especially our parents will tell us that swearing is wrong. But, a study that was held at Keele University’s School of Psychology suggested that swearing is actually good for our health. But, don’t overdo it as it will lose all emotional attachment and will be just swearing.
Chewing gum boosts memory
Yes, chewing gum actually has a ton of positive side effects. The positive side includes a boost in memory as well as it improves decision making and alertness. It is suggested that students should chew gum while in class taking notes. Studies have shown that chewing gum actually helps to decrease the feeling of stress as well as it reduces levels of the cortisol in our bodies.
Sleeping in reduces the risk of heart attacks
Yes, waking up early can be bad for you and what was considered to be a sign of laziness – sleeping late is actually good for your health. According to studies people who wake up early have a higher risk of developing high blood pressure and more of a risk to stroke, heart attack, and hypertension.
Being messy boosts creativity
Yes, believe it or not, but being messy and disorganization can actually help you be more creative. There have been experiments held at the University of Minnesota, Carlson School of Management which showed that people with messy rooms were more creative than the ones who had neat and tidy rooms.
Showering every second day
Showering every second day can actually have a good influence on your body. Showering daily and with hot water can easily dry out your skin and cause wrinkles to appear. But, if you skip a day and shower your skin will stay healthier and softer. This is because the day you do not shower is the day your body can produce its natural oil that rejuvenates the skin.
Gossiping is good
We have been taught that gossiping is bad but did you know the positive side effect of gossiping? Studies have shown that gossiping not only improves our bond with people and friends by also reduces anxiety and our stress levels. It has also been discovered that our friendships also grow thanks to gossiping.