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The pursuit of happiness is a global desire. A happy, calm, and content brain promotes better physical health. Genetics, life events, achievements, social relationships, and even the weather contribute to how happy we are. More importantly, how our mind reacts to our circumstances and continually adjusts the default setting to trust instead of fear is the key to promoting a happy, calm, and positive brain. A brain that wakes up with a purpose beyond survival, fear, or meeting our personal needs increases life satisfaction dramatically.

A healthy brain is an essential component of a healthy body. It is the automatic computer, after all. Feeling positive seems to benefit our heart, immune system, blood pressure, and inflammatory response, just to name a few body systems. A healthy brain consolidates more memory and has better concentration, more focus, and improved creativity. A healthy brain ensures we make better automatic decisions, are quicker to respond to external cues, and are more open to growing new neural pathways. When a brain is relaxed and receiving optimal blood supply, good nutrition, and adequate sleep, it has incredible potential for growth and longevity. Healthy brains are generally happier and more adaptable.