I just read this article on how girl trips are important and good for your health. Here are a few nuggets of insight for you all...
"Psychologists say they were able to predict how many friends a person has by how much pain they were able to withstand." Well I ran on fractured legs and birthed two babes naturally so I must have some amazing friends!
Apparently we really are brilliant! Plus, in a series of studies, psychologist William Chopik from Michigan State University, found that in older adults, friendships are a stronger predictor of health and happiness than relationships with family members." Keeping a few really good friends around can make a world of difference for our health and well-being,” he said. “So, it's smart to invest in the friendships that make you happiest."
I plan on keeping you all for as long as you let me so hold on cause you might just literally be the thing that keeps me from going crazy! Because apparently 2012 study found that the risk of dementia increased depending on how lonely people felt.
Here's the full article with more scientific evidence of why this trip
is such a good idea!
https://www.southernliving.com/healthy-living/benefits-vacation-with-friends
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