10 Things You Should Do More Often

There are some things you just can’t afford to skip.

Drink Up - Drinking plenty of water flushes out toxins and nourishes, hydrates and moisturizes your skin from within.  (Photo: Image Source/Corbis)
Self-Worth - You are worthy of all of the elements it takes to establish a meaningful, long lasting and healthy relationship. Holding yourself with high regard, having pride and possessing a strong sense of self-worth means you won’t settle for less.  (Photo: Zave Smith/Getty Images)
Take Deep Breaths - Whether you have time for a full-on mediation session or just a few cleansing inhales and exhales, deep breathing is an excellent way to combat stress. When you stop and breathe deeply (so that your abdomen extends with each inhale) you can decrease your blood pressure, slow your heartbeat and force your muscles — you know, the knotted ones in your back — to relax. (Photo: Corbis)Go to Sleep - Most adults need seven to nine hours of sleep each day. If you’re getting less than that, you could be jacking up your memory; increasing your risk of heart disease, diabetes and some cancers; increasing your chances of being overweight; or even shortening your lifespan! Is watching all your DVRed shows more important than going to sleep when you’re exhausted? (Photo: JGI/Jamie Grill/Blend Images/Corbis)

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Drink Water - If you’re like us, there never seems to be enough hours in the day to do all the things you’ve been planning to do. But there are some things you just can’t afford to skip. Make the time to do these ten things and you’ll be ten steps closer to living your best life. By Kenrya Rankin First Lady Michelle Obama and Ashanti are using the singer’s new video (every time someone tweets about it, the video “hydrates” with improved vocals and visuals) to encourage Americans to drink more water for good reason — it’s amazing for you! From keeping your skin clear to helping your kidneys do their work to making it easier to concentrate, water is the fuel your body needs to survive. So aim to drink at least your weight in ounces each day (ie: a 135-pound woman should drink 135 ounces each day). (Photo: LWA/Larry Williams/Blend Images/Corbis)

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