About.com Health: February's Almost Done, So Kick Up the Fun!

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Health From Maura Corrigan, your About.com Health Editor I don't know about you, but February is my least favorite month of the year (at least it usually only has 28 days!). It's dark, it's cold, and it's easy to get stuck in a rut. And since warmer weather is still at least a couple of months away, it's time to switch things up. More fun and laughs? Yes, please! Adults Need To Play, Too Not only does having a little bit of fun help you de-stress and blow off steam, but it can sharpen your mind and keep you more creative and vital. So whether your idea of fun is spending time with friends, playing games or gardening, it's important to keep having it! Have More Fun and Stress Less 8 Great Stress Relievers Top 10 Fun Ways To Live Longer How to Have More Fun at Work Search Related Topics:  having fun  relaxing  overcoming burnout Laugh More! Going hand-in-hand with fun is of course laughter, which reduces levels of stress hormones, helps relieve pain, and increases immunity--among other health benefits. So be sure to find that knee slapper for at least one daily hearty guffaw. The Health Benefits of Laughter 5 Ways to Get More Laughs Keep a Good Sense of Humor Search Related Topics:  laughter  stress relief  healthy lifestyle Need a New Hobby? Even if you've got a packed schedule, it's important to make time for activities that are completely work- and responsibility-free. Just in case you need another excuse to do something new: Learn About the Health Benefits of Having a Hobby 10 Hobbies for Stress Relief Hobbies With Friends: The Importance of Social Support Search Related Topics:  hobbies  stress relievers  lifestyle balance How to Make Healthy Eating More Fun For extra credit, try to make good eating more fun. You'll get two health perks for the price of one! Make Healthy Eating More Fun Put More Fun in Your Workout 10 Tips to Make Family Fitness Fun Search Related Topics:  getting healthy  healthy lifestyle  getting started with exercise Related Searches Nutrition and Health Health Brain Health Games Stress Stress and Anxiety Featured Articles What Is a Death Cafe? Causes of a Chronic Cough Why Does 911 Put You On Hold? What To Do When You Get the Flu When Eating Something Bad is Actually Good For You Breastfeeding and Your Period   More from About.com The Perfect Engagement Ring How to find a gorgeous ring with a style and price that suit your needs. Read more...> Best U.S. Destinations Experts pick the top U.S. destinations for 2013 based on budget, special events, and more. Read more...>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Health newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2012 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement