SALT
LAKE CITY, July 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Throughout
July, Kevin Guest, executive
chairman at USANA Health Sciences (NYSE:USNA), is emphasizing
boosting social connections during "Social Wellness Month." Social
wellness—the ability to form meaningful relationships and interact
positively with others—not only enhances our emotional well-being
but also significantly impacts our overall health.
"Strong social connections reduce stress, improve mental health,
and even extend life expectancy," said Guest. "In a world where
digital interactions often replace face-to-face communication,
fostering real-world relationships is more important than ever.
This July, I issue a challenge to step out of your comfort zone and
cultivate new social connections that can lead to a happier,
healthier life."
Throughout his life, Guest has seen great results come when he's
stepped out of his own comfort zone.
Drawing upon life experiences and guiding principles in his
best-selling book, All the Right Reasons: 12 Timeless Principles
for Living a Life in Harmony, Guest weaves together remarkable
stories that highlight the power of social wellness.
"When I played with Collin Raye's
band at the Grand Ole Opry, I was so nervous before stepping on
stage that my hands started shaking and my mouth went dry," he
wrote in All the Right Reasons. "But facing those fears
opened doors to play the Opry again and fulfilled lifelong dreams
in several areas."
When Guest was just starting his video production company, he
had a sudden opportunity to interview KISS frontman Gene Simmons for his brainchild, "Turn Up the
Volume" video series.
"Trembling but oddly confident, I filmed the interview with
Gene Simmons, which was one of the
most thrilling experiences of my life," Guest said. "I went on to
interview Jon Bon Jovi, Ozzy Osbourne, and many other rock stars. That
one experience with Gene Simmons
opened many doors and had an astonishing impact on my career."
To help open new experiences during Social Wellness Month, Guest
offers five tips.
- Try New Activities: Sign up for a class, learn a musical
instrument or take up a hobby you've never considered. Novel
experiences stimulate your brain and help you break free from
monotony.
- Connect with Different People: Join a social group to
engage with diverse individuals and expose yourself to new
perspectives and ideas.
- Volunteer: Offer your time for a cause you're passionate
about to build connections with other volunteers and create a
shared sense of purpose.
- Embrace Spontaneity: Say yes to unexpected invitations,
try a new restaurant or take a different route home. Embracing
spontaneity injects excitement into your routine.
- Reconnect with Old Friends: Sometimes, enhancing social
wellness means rekindling past relationships. Reach out to an old
friend and plan a catch-up session.
"For Social Wellness Month, take the pledge to make meaningful
social connections with your network and encourage others to join
you in this journey toward enhanced social and mental wellness,"
said Guest. "Together, we can create a more connected and
supportive community."
All proceeds for All the Right Reasons go to feeding
hungry children, with each book purchase providing 40 meals. For
more information, visit www.kevinguest.com.
USANA Health Sciences, a global leader in health and wellness
products, has long recognized the importance of social wellness in
building a successful business. From its founding in 1992, USANA
has focused on clear and concise communication to build trust with
its customers and distributors in 25 countries. Visit USANA.com to
learn more.
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