Physical Activity and the Medicine Wheel: Emotions
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Emotional Benefits of Daily Physical Activity
- Emotionally, physical activity is a great way to feel happier and enjoy life again. Emotionally, it:
- Helps reduce stress and anxiety
- Improves self-esteem
- Improves mood
- Stimulates the brain to produce endorphins that make you feel good
- Improves your ability to take care of yourself
- Improves attitude about self and others
- Acts as a form of meditation or relaxation for many which reduces anxiety and negative emotions