DITCH Rough Mornings with an Evening Solution
By
Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Posted May 11, 2023
Let’s be honest. We don’t ALWAYS hop out of bed in the mornings with a smile plastered on our face, ready to tackle the day.
We ALL wake up grouchy and out of sorts from time to time. And some of us feel that way MOST mornings.
But scientists have a SURPRISING solution. It turns out this pleasant evening habit could be the key to lifting your mood and ditching those rough mornings once and for all…
The solution for ditching grouchy MORNINGS may be taking a few moments every EVENING to watch the sun go down.
Research suggests that watching a sunset or sunrise can boost our appreciation for nature’s beauty and evoke a sense of wonder. The result? An instantly happier mood.
The feeling of awe is challenging to pin down. And the truth is, it’s probably a bit different for everyone. But the researchers behind a new study believe that experiencing it while gazing at a sunrise or sunset can boost your…
- mood
- social interactions
- overall sense of well-being
The physical and mental benefits of time spent in nature are well documented. In fact, it’s a favorite topic of mine. I often share the research on it right here in Living Well Daily.
Nature is so therapeutic because of the amazing (awe-inspiring) things you see when you’re out in it. Sunsets are one of the easiest parts of nature for us to access.
So why not give it a try? Set a reminder to get outside, watch the sun go down tonight, and see how it affects your morning. I’m betting you’ll get hooked on that “sunset feeling” in no time!
P.S. If you’re like most folks, you’ll do just about anything to avoid a trip to the hospital. Research has revealed an almost-too-strange-to-be-true NATURE hack that can do precisely that. I’ve got the whole scoop RIGHT HERE.
Written By Dr. Scott Olson, ND
Nearly 25 years ago, failed mainstream medical treatments left Dr. Olson in constant pain – and his health in ruins. And that’s when he did something REVOLUTIONARY. He began his career in medicine – and dedicated his life to uncovering the true, underlying causes of disease.
Through his innovative medical practices in Tennessee and Colorado, Dr. Olson has helped cure countless seniors from across America of arthritis… heart disease… diabetes… and even cancer. All without risky prescription drugs or painful surgeries.
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