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5 Reasons Elle Woods Was Right, Endorphins DO Make You Happy

Working out isn't just for kicks and giggles, it can drastically improve your quality of life.

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Oct 16, 2019

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5 Reasons Elle Woods Was Right, Endorphins DO Make You Happy

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Keeping up with a healthy routine has been something that my family taught me from a young age, but not until I came to college did I truly realize the importance of working out and eating healthy had on your mental and physical health. Since last year, I started seriously working out again and maintaining a healthy lifestyle routine. I have felt more confident, calm, and happy. It's so fascinating to know that something as simple as adding at least 30 minutes of physical activity in your daily routine can actually increase your happiness.

1. It releases chemicals in your brain that actually make you happy

How cool is that? When you exercise, your brain releases endorphins that are produced to relieve stress. Something just as simple as walking can help with anxiety and depression, and I think that's pretty awesome.

2. Gives you more energy than drinking coffee

For me, this is definitely true. Believe it or not, working out gives you more energy. Working out is a form of self-care, so being active and treating yourself, killing two birds with one stone.

3. It relieves stress

Nothing makes me happier than working out all my anxieties. One of my favorite workouts to relieve my stress is kickboxing. Imagining that punching bag as whatever it may be that is stressing you out helps so much. One time, I was extremely stressed out about an assignment in a class I did not like at all, and I went to kickboxing and went home and finished the assignment (and then got an A).

4. It challenges you

Personally, I love beating a personal record or being able to do something that I didn't think was possible. This November, I'm participating in a half-marathon, and I never thought that is something I would be able to do. When I know I'm challenging myself to make myself better, I am so proud of myself which is so exciting.

5. It boosts your confidence

When you feel good, you look good. Feeling happy and comfortable aids confidence so much. I know I have felt way more comfortable and confident in my own skin since I started working out again. There truly isn't anything like feeling happy and confident.

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25 Beatles Lyrics: Your Go-To Guide for Every Situation

The Best Lines from the Fab Four

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For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

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Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

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5 Reasons Elle Woods Was Right, Endorphins DO Make You Happy

Working out isn't just for kicks and giggles, it can drastically improve your quality of life.

1. It releases chemicals in your brain that actually make you happy

2. Gives you more energy than drinking coffee

3. It relieves stress

4. It challenges you

5. It boosts your confidence

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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