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Walk

Walk
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  • There’s a reason why Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg have sworn by walking meetings.

  • When you have a challenging problem to solve or a decision to make, take a walk. Walking enhances creativity and is the reason why great minds love to wander.

  • Walk to improve your sleep quality, walk to lose weight, walk to strengthen your muscles, walk to lighten your mood, reduce stress, walk to reduce your snack cravings, and walk to think clearly.

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Written by Garv · Stoic of the Day
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