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Ihor Magun, MD, FACP OUR HEALTH This past year has not been easy; neither have the previous years. Nonetheless, we should all re - member that the precious mo - ments in our lives should never be taken for granted, no matter which cards the world and fate deal us. In good times and in bad, we fre - quently forget to acknowledge just how lucky we really are. Among other things, we should be thankful that we live in a free country. It may not be a perfect country, but we should all be proud to call it our home. If you and your loved ones are healthy, there is truly much to be thankful for. Some of us tend to abandon or simply forget to ac - knowledge this gift. This is a uni - versal trait, and we all fall into this mode from time to time, some - times for no reason and some - times because of circumstances. These days, for example, it seems that not a day goes by without bad news. Whether it be per - sonal or global, this can instantly change our state of mind. When this happens, remind yourself that most days are good. Make it a habit to look for this good. As you develop your capacity to see all the good each day offers, you will have the power to flip a bad day on its head and brighten your life. Take this to the next level by brightening other lives as well. Be kind, friendly, and considerate every day. It goes beyond being nice. The truly meaningful aspect of this is how you choose to show empathy and kind - ness. Kindness means being caring, compassionate, and selfless. The ways to show this are endless, and most do not require much effort. For example, call a friend or relative just to say hello and that you are thinking of them. If you know someone who is ill or undergoing chemotherapy or dealing with some personal or family crisis, let that person know you are there to support him or her. We all know and understand kindness when we can feel it. When we offer a smile, a kind word, or an unexpected surprise to someone, both the giver and the receiver share that special warm feeling that kindness brings out. One important component that helps improve health is often forgotten because it cannot be measured directly. This component is gratitude, a word derived from the Latin root gratia , meaning grace, graciousness, or gratefulness. In connection with this, it is also important to remember that we humans are social animals who crave relationships that make us feel appreciated. By starting each day with a focus on being grateful, you enable and optimize a mindset that supports this inherent human desire for strong relationships. Having high-quality social bonds is critical to a healthy life. I would like to extend blessings for a wonderful Christmas filled with hu - mor, happiness, and health. As the year ends and the new year begins, I hope you increase your acts of kindness and gratitude and enjoy the lucky life we truly have. We Are So Lucky We Are So Lucky 31 НАШЕ ЖИТТЯ • Грудень 2022
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