See The Terms Of Service And Privacy Policy ( Your California Privacy Rights ) For More Information. RELATED: 22 Strange Ways the Sun May Affect Your Body They don't fight stress with screens By the end of a long, harried day, the path of least resistance is often paved with wine , Haagen-Dazs and endless mind-dulling games of Candy Crush. But these types of activities offer only instant gratificationa little hit of dopamine in the brain's reward center. "Do something instead that fosters a genuine positive emotion; that's what induces feelings of calm and safety and puts the brakes on your body's stress response," says sociologist Christine Carter, PhD, senior fellow at UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center and author of The Sweet Spot. One of the best ways to tap into good vibes: Connect with others in person , not just via Instagram and Facebook likes . They're strict about bedtime Mix up your meals, your workouts, your social lifebut be consistent about when you hit the sack .

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