Redefining Health

  [View Online]( INSPIRATION [Redefining Health]( No matter what our weight, we can use the cues from our physical and mental selves to judge how healthy we are. Health is not a numerical concept and cannot be defined using statistics. Human beings, however, tend to want to quantify well-being into easily understandable figures. We feel compelled to ascribe numbers to every aspect of wellness, from the qualities of our food to our fitness levels to the physical space we occupy. As a consequence of social pressures, we turn our attention away from health and focus instead on the most contentious of these figures — weight — checking our scales to see how we measure up to our peers and role models. Yet each of us is equipped to gauge our relative healthfulness without any equipment whatsoever. When we have achieved a state of wellness, we feel buoyant and energetic. Some of us are naturally slim, while others will always be curvy. No matter what our weight, we can use the cues we receive from our physical and mental selves to judge how healthy we really are. When you throw away your scale, you commit to a lifestyle that honors the innate wisdom that comes from within your body and within your mind. It is logical to examine how you feel while considering your health — a strong, fit, and well-nourished individual will seldom feel heavy, bloated, or fatigued. If you have concerns regarding your weight, remind yourself that at its proper weight, your body will feel buoyant and agile. Movement becomes a source of joy. Sitting, standing, walking, and bending are all easy to do because your joints and organs are functioning as they were meant to. When you are physically healthy, your mind also will typically occupy a place of well-being. Mental clarity and an ability to focus are two natural traits of whole-self health. Surprisingly, promoting this type of easy-to-discern wellness within yourself takes no special effort outside of satisfying your hunger with nourishing, wholesome foods and moving your body. The numbers you see on the scale, while nominally informative, can prevent you from reaching your healthful eating goals by giving you a false indicator of health. You will know when you have achieved true health because every fiber of your being will send you signals of wellness. When you choose to listen to these signals instead of relying on the scale, your definition of well-being will be uniquely adapted to the needs of your body and of your mind. Did you like this Inspiration? ❁ Did you miss yesterday's inspiration? Click [here]( to view them all.   DailyOM Course Spotlight [Holistic Habits for Lasting Weight Loss]( Want to shed unwanted weight and transform your relationship with food? In this DailyOM course, health and fitness expert Stephanie Mansour teaches you how to change the way you eat, exercise, and most importantly, think about yourself, so you can look and feel amazing. Through nutritional support, mindset practices, and empowering strategies, you’ll be able to overhaul any negative self-talk and support your body in a way that is flexible, healthy, and sustainable. [Learn More]( New Courses - [Science-Based Plan to Reduce Visceral Fat]( - [The Japanese Secret to Slow Aging]( - [The Parasympathetic Nervous System Fix]( - [10-Minute Exercises for Cortisol Control]( Recommended For You [Preventing Procrastination]( [Learn More]( [Live a Sweet Life Without Sugar]( [Learn More]( [Clear Your Unhealthy Relationship with Food]( [Learn More]( [What to Eat for Immunity]( [Learn More]( [The Binaural Beat Method for Better Sleep]( [Learn More]( [Clearing Physical and Emotional Clutter]( [Learn More]( Top 10 Courses 1. [Science-Based Plan to Reduce Visceral Fat]( 2. [No-Squat Booty Workout]( 3. [The Vagus Nerve Miracle]( 4. [10-Minute Exercises for Cortisol Control]( 5. [The Parasympathetic Nervous System Fix]( 6. [The Happiness Method: Beyond Positive Thinking]( 7. [Science-Based Lymphatic Drainage Rescue]( 8. [The 10-Minute Method to Naturally Tighten Your Face]( 9. [A Vagus Nerve Belly Bloat Rescue]( 10. [Next Level Fascia Miracle: The Lymphatic Secret]( Explore 350+ Courses There's something for everyone. What do you want to learn today? [Browse by Topic]( [DailyOM Logo](   [Facebook]( [Instagram]( [Pinterest]( [Twitter]( You are receiving this email because you're subscribed to DailyOM. You are registered with {EMAIL}. [Inspirations]( | [Courses]( | [Horoscopes]( [Remove me from this list]( | [Help/FAQ]( Copyright © 2024 [Everyday Health, Inc.]( All rights reserved. DailyOM is among the federally registered trademarks of Everyday Health, Inc. and may not be used by third parties without explicit permission. 114 Fifth Avenue, 15th Floor, New York, NY 10011 Subject to our [terms of service]( and [privacy policy](.