How to achieve a better balance
Pursuit of Happiness
By Tatiana Tsvetkova, MD
Cardiologist
Human beings are creators and explorers. They aim to discover, create,
build, innovate, and change the world around them. Therefore,
for most of us, our work life is the single biggest part of our waking
adult lives and counts heavily when it comes to the quality of life,
and ultimately, our heart’s health.
Work should be the setting for rich personal growth, where many
aspects of life enter into play such as creativity, planning for the
future, developing our talents, living out our values, and relating
to others. Unfortunately, work can also be a significant source of
stress for many people, leaving them with high blood pressure,
trouble sleeping, little time to exercise, or eat healthy. This can lead
to cardiovascular disease.
Fortunately, it is summertime and a popular time for vacations and
travel. Did you know that Denmark was voted the happiest country
in world? What are the reasons for the high level of happiness
among the Danish people? The Danes have time for a family life
and leisure alongside their careers, and enjoy high levels of flexibility
in the workplace. The ability to be able to balance work-life and
family-life are crucial for happiness.
Although this may not be the total and complete picture, reading
the World Happiness report could be a thought provoking platform
about how we can change in order to have happier and healthier
hearts.
In the meanwhile, move your desk to catch the morning sun, ride your
bike to work, walk on your lunch break, take stairs, and travel more
often, as this might be one of the ways to buy happiness
Tags: behavioralhealth, denver, happiness, health, healthyheart