"Belief in something higher than yourself is associated with better overall health outcomes, including physical and mental health," says licensed psychologist and neurotherapist, Dr. Catherine Jackson, BCN, BCC, BC-TMH. You might be surprised: She says that praying to ask for help and leaving concerns with a higher power can work wonders.
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"Research suggests that thinking of things you are grateful for has a positive impact on how you feel and behave," Jackson tells TotalBeauty. However, she says that actually writing it down leads to optimal benefits — so she recommends writing down three things a day you are grateful for (or keep a gratitude journal or jar).
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"Nutritional deficits can contribute to emotional disturbance and emotional disorders," says Jackson. So she recommends taking a look at your diet and see where you can make some changes, as you may want to swap unhealthy foods for healthier alternatives.
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