An apple a day used to be enough to keep the doctor away. Or
so we thought. We now know that a healthy diet and exercise are critical. We
know we have to keep our weight down, and can't smoke or abuse alcohol in our
quest for good health and longevity. Now we can also add spiritual activities
like meditation to the wellness list. Meditation leads to improved emotional
regulation, which leads to more positive social interactions, which leads to
better health. Here's how it works.
Barbara
Frederickson and her colleagues found a connection between a
physiological measure of your vagus nerve activity and more positive emotions and
social interactions. People with higher vagal tone, which has to do with heart
regulation and the release of oxytocin, are
happier and have more rewarding social interactions. After all, who wants to hang
out with Debbie Downer? We're attracted to people who exude positivity and
engage with us in upbeat ways.
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