Indulge a Little
“Happiness is not a matter of intensity but of balance, order, rhythm and harmony.”
This is a holiday week in the U.S. and I want to keep it simple, so today I'll just offer a thought or two about the benefits of enjoying the good things in life. Small indulgences can be a part of living a healthy, balanced life and enjoying the ride; life is hard enough without denying ourselves things that bring us joy. This could include putting down the to-do list long enough to watch the sunset, or savoring a glass of wine here and there. It could mean carving out time to read the kind of book made for a hammock and a summer afternoon. In this spirit, I'd like to pass on some positive facts about about my favorite treat, dark chocolate (and of course there may be positive health-related aspects to whatever your own preferred version of indulgence may be, as many things that relieve stress can be considered healthy). This article lays out some of the known boons of small amounts of high-quality chocolate on our health. Here's another article you might find interesting if chocolate is your vice of choice. Keep in mind that you can find bars made with honey, stevia, and other more healthful sweeteners than sugar if that's your concern! Have a wonderful week and enjoy some small indulgence that you love and can enjoy in moderation.