Quiet Kindness : I was waiting for someone outside a store when I saw a woman walking down the street. At first, I thought she was just out for a stroll, but then I noticed she was carrying a jar of cat food. She called out to a few stray cats and began feeding them. They looked so happy. It was such a heartwarming sight. THE VITAL CONNECTION BETWEEN HEART & BRAIN Let me note a vital connection between heart and brain: 1. The Lifeline Connection The heart pumps blood, carrying oxygen and nutrients to the brain, which is critical for its functioning. The brain receives 20% of the body’s blood supply, despite being only 2% of body weight. Without this constant supply, brain cells can begin dying within minutes. 2. Heart Rate and Brain Regulation The brain controls the heart’s rhythm through the autonomic nervous system : ~ The sympathetic system increases heart rate during stress or physical activity. ~ The parasympathetic system slows it down during rest or relaxation. This en...
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