LIVE WELL
Prescription to party
• When was the last time you threw a party? Taking time to gather for a chat, dance and laugh is great for wellbeing, says a new study by Indiana University researchers. After surveying thousands of people over several years, they found that celebrating milestones (from securing a new job to moving into a new home) with food, drink and perhaps even a couple of balloons boosts confidence and creates a sense of belonging. These are both associated with increased lifespan, robust mental health, reduced heart rate and blood pressure, better sleep, and other positive health outcomes.
