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Psychologists have come to several surprising conclusions about what predicts happiness. Some of the first things that may come to mind, like income, do not correlate strongly with happiness.
1. Be grateful for what you have
Practicing gratitude is one of the most powerful tools to improve your happiness. Many studies have found that gratitude boosts your immune system, lowers blood pressure, and makes you feel more optimistic and content.
Even in the toughest times, you can find small things to be grateful for. For example, you can appreciate the fact that being sick brings out the compassion of friends or that making a mistake teaches you a lesson.
Spend a few days noticing the small pleasures in your life. The taste of a ripe strawberry, the feeling of the breeze on your skin, or just noticing your breath can be happiness triggers.
2. Don’t compare yourself to others
Whether it’s the person playing pick-up basketball with you on Saturday morning or that creative influencer you follow on Instagram, unhealthy comparison can lead to jealousy, insecurity, and relationship conflict. Fortunately, it can be stopped.
It’s important to remember that social media shows a curated version of someone’s life. People often only share the best, most exciting, and happiest parts of their lives.
If you’re struggling with this habit, try setting screen time limits for social media or muting accounts that make you feel unhappy. You can also find inspiration without comparison by thinking about what makes the people you admire unique and how their successes might inspire your own goals. You might even discover that some of the things you envy are not your own strengths.
3. Take care of your mental health
Good mental health is essential to a happy, productive life. It enables you to work well, form positive relationships and contribute to your community. It also gives you a strong sense of resilience that helps you cope with life’s challenges.
Emotionally healthy people still experience negative emotions, like sadness and stress, but they learn to manage these feelings by finding healthier ways to cope, such as exercise, meditation or self-care. They also know when to ask for help, such as seeking counselling from a trained professional.
Make leisure time a priority and partake in activities that you enjoy or that bring you joy, such as a walk in nature or a movie date. Laughing at a comedy show, writing a thank you note or volunteering your time can all have mood-boosting effects.
4. Be creative
People with an optimistic outlook tend to be more creative. Being open to new experiences is also a creativity trigger. Try a hobby that is different from your usual one, or read a book outside of your area of expertise.
Creativity is a way to cultivate happiness, and it seems to have lasting effects on our well-being. A study showed that creating art improved people’s mood and mental health for up to 24 hours.
It’s easy to think that creativity is reserved for those who paint or sculpt, but it’s something that everyone can practice every day. For example, cooking is a simple activity that can unleash your creative side. Or take a walk and explore your surroundings to stimulate your brain. You may be surprised at the new ideas you come up with!
5. Be kind to yourself
Research suggests that self-compassion leads to happiness, greater optimism and courage, better coping with anxiety and depression. It’s also a strong predictor of positive health behaviours like eating well, exercising regularly and getting enough sleep.
Being kind to yourself requires being open to and moved by your own suffering, having an understanding and nonjudgmental attitude towards your flaws, recognizing that you’re human and acknowledging that to err is human. It also means prioritising the things that make you happy, rather than feeling guilty about spending time on yourself.
Nothing is more unkind than comparing yourself to others, chastising yourself for your failures or harbouring a grudge against the past you. Replace those negative internal voices with a gentler inner dialogue that soothes your feelings and helps you move forward with kindness, grace and compassion.