If you maintain an active lifestyle, you probably do a lot of walking already. But if you tend to choose the elevator over the stairs, or park as close to

the store as possible, it might be time to think about finding ways to get those legs moving. Not only can walking at least 30 minutes a day reduce your

risk of heart disease, obesity, stroke and osteoporosis, it can improve your overall mood. Start with 10 minutes of walking each day, until you're able to squeeze in those 30

minutes or more. Your body, mind and soul will thank you!

Laughter truly is the best medicine. It can improve your memory, your mood and your entire day! Complaining, on the other hand, is pretty much useless because it doesn't solve

anything. Sure, you can get out your frustrations, but you'll probably feel less irked if you respond to those annoyances with laughter instead. Give it a try and see what

happens!

If you go to the grocery store when you're hungry, trust me- you'll spend more money on food because your growling stomach can't resist, and many of those foods will

probably be unhealthy choices. You're more likely to only buy what you need if you eat before you head to the store. You'll also be less inclined to grab that

box of cookies because you'll already be satisfied.

You know why so many tweenagers keep a diary? Because it's therapeutic. Keeping a journal is a great outlet for releasing pent up emotions, and helps bring to light your

deepest thoughts and feelings. This will help you understand yourself better, which means you can change certain behaviors that aren't positively contributing to your life.

What's done is done. There's no point dwelling on the past. You can't go back and change what's already happened. Allowing old mistakes to resurface is not going to do

you any good. Instead, focus on all the things you're doing right, and all the things you hope to get right in the future.

Anybody with a brain knows that sugar is hard to resist. But eating too much can lead to obesity, heart disease and Type 2 diabetes. Do your best to stay

away from sugary treats, and replace your cravings with something like a sweet piece of fruit instead.

You know those people who never say "thank you" for anything? Don't be one of those people. When you have a grateful heart, you're much more fun to be around.

Keeping an attitude of gratitude can also help you stay positive on a regular basis. This will lead to a much more fulfilling life.

Our tribe determines our vibe. So if you are constantly surrounded by negative people, it can cause you stress, anxiety, fear or sadness. If there are people in your life

who are not bringing anything but negativity, ask yourself if it's worth it to keep them around. It might be hard to drop people from your life, but it's much

harder to live out your years feeling miserable.

It might not seem important, but making your bed every day is actually a great idea! Dust and allergens are more likely to get on your bedding if your sheets

are pulled down. You'll also find yourself becoming neater and more organized in other ways. Plus, you never know who might stop by for an unexpected visit and walk past

your bedroom!

The best way to avoid sweets is to not buy them at all. But if you happen to give in to temptation, at least keep them up in the pantry

where you don't see them every time you walk into the kitchen. You'll be less likely to hold the bag in your hand and eat endlessly, and more likely to

just grab a couple pieces and put the bag back on the shelf.