Recharge your relationships with Holi: Do these 4 things on Holi, the colors of relationships will blossom with happiness; Research shows- positive memories keep the brain active

Holi is not just a festival of colors. It is an opportunity to recharge relationships, keep the mind active and lighten the mood. Research from psychology and neuroscience shows that when we gather with family and friends, laugh and share positive experiences, ‘feel-good’ hormones such as dopamine, serotonin and oxytocin are activated in the brain. Regular social engagement and mental activity can help older adults’ ability to think, remember and reason. That means festivals like Holi are not just tradition but also good for mental health. Know which 4 things to do on this Holi, so that happiness increases and health remains safe. 1- Share the experience: Tell the grandchildren how colors were made then. Tell the grandchildren how colors were made from Tesu or Palash flowers in your time. Share the recipe of traditional homemade thandai or dish and reminisce about old memories. Benefit: Psychology says- Sharing experiences with the new generation increases mental satisfaction. The elders feel their role is meaningful. Loneliness is reduced. 2- Play dry Holi: Apply Tilak with Gulal, avoid crowd, avoid chemical colors and water. Apply only dry, herbal gulal and hug. Avoid crowding. If you have a problem of BP or heart disease, do not stand for a long time. Benefit: Social touch – Hugging and holding hands release oxytocin and reduce stress hormone (cortisol). This keeps the mind calm and relationships improve. 3- Maintain balance in eating: Limit sweets, drink homemade thandai, taste gujiyas and sweets, but control the quantity. Avoid eating sweets and fried food throughout the day. Have plain water, coconut water or low-sugar homemade thandai. Benefit: Balanced eating habits give joy of celebration. This will keep your BP and sugar under control. Adequate water and homemade thandai will protect the body from dehydration. 4- View old photos, revisit memories with family. Get new photos clicked while playing Holi. Also, take out your old albums, sit with your family and tell them stories related to those photographs. Benefit: Repeating positive memories activates parts of the brain associated with memory and emotional balance. This improves mood and maintains mental activity. Now the important things which will keep you safe while playing Holi: Protect your ears: Apply light cotton swabs so that the colors do not reach the eardrum. If you wear a hearing aid, take it out and keep it. Moisture and fine particles can spoil it. Apply oil: Apply mustard or coconut oil on the body 15 minutes before playing with colors. It forms a protective layer on the skin. Wear Glasses: Wear sunglasses. It not only protects from UV rays, but also prevents dry gulal from directly entering the eyes, which will keep your eyes safe.