Are little rituals a key to health and success?

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Maybe. Rituals are tied to better health, happier marriages, and a good family life.

Via Buyology: Truth and Lies About Why We Buy:

Interestingly, some rituals have actually been shown to be beneficial to our mental and physical well-being. According to a study published in the Journal of Family Psychology, “In families with predictable routines, children had fewer respiratory illnesses and better overall health, and they performed better in elementary school.” The article added that rituals have a greater effect on emotional health, and that in families with strong rituals adolescents “reported a stronger sense of self, couples reported happier marriages and children had greater interaction with their grandparents.”

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