34. Caring for our Physical, Emotional and Future Me Hearts

This month on the Habit Thrive Podcast, we have been talking all about our hearts. <3 We kicked off this season of hearts by figuring out what “whole heart health” means to us. We explored the physical side of heart health that everyone recognizes: Anatomy, physiology, valves and blood flow. We also talked about the equally important emotional side of heart health and how negative emotions like grief, depression, loneliness or anger can increase the risk for heart disease or actually do damage to the heart. Last week, we changed pace a bit with a breathing exercise for our heart and introduced the concept of the “Future Me” heart. In Episode #34 today, we are focusing on some strategies and suggestions for all three aspects of our hearts. Although these three are connected, they each have methods of supporting positive health. Physical:Walking 10,000 steps per day (Or 5,000 or 2,500 or whatever works for you!) Getting routine checkups/physicals Finding exercises that you enjoy that get your heart rate up Nasal breathing, which releases nitric oxide that helps widen blood vessels and improve oxygen circulation Emotional:Talk it out with a trusted friend Journaling and brain dumps, where you write down thoughts and then toss it out Know what helps you to relax and rejuvenate like a good belly laugh, a good cry, yoga, a massage or bath Future Me:More journaling to explore what gets you excited: Travelling, spending more time with your spouse, writing a book, starting a podcast, recovering and refurbishing furniture … the possibilities are endless! So tune in, write down some ideas for supporting heart health that speak to you, and join me at the end of today’s podcast for another heart-healthy breathing exercise. Namaste. Lorrie xoxox Mentioned in Today’s Podcast: Episode #24 - Nikki Gangemi - CALM book and Interview Episode#31 - Kate Galliett -  Becoming Unbreakable Book and Interview Loving the show? Let’s connect! Find me: Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” Years Instagram: @Habitguru365 Website: lorriemickelson.comLoving the show? Let’s connect! Find me:Facebook: Women's Wellness Community: For women wanting to rock their “Me Now” YearsInstagram: @Habitguru365Website: lorriemickelson.comMemberVault: lorriemickelson.vipmembervault.comHabits, Mindfulness Routines & Self Care For Women 50 & Beyond