10 Non-Meditation Ways to Feel Calm and Happy

Meditation may reduce stress and boost happiness. However

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mental health professionals emphasize that it's not the sole tool and doesn't work for everyone.

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you can better handle unavoidable overload, worry, and pain.

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painting, or writing with your non-dominant hand to provide a twist.

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"Using your non-dominant hand slows you down and focuses you.

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The counselor says it may also help you perceive the world differently, which boosts creativity.

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opening up new brain pathways and breaking up habitual thinking "explains.

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"Using your non-dominant hand slows you down and focuses you.

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Taylor Swift has declined to appear at the 2024 Super Bowl Halftime Show, according to reports.

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