Time may fly by and stress may surge when we feel too busy, but having a jam-packed day may actually be good for the body. A study by researchers from the international business school INSEAD finds that busier people make healthier choices in their everyday lives.
The study suggests that being busy helps individuals delay gratification and make smarter decisions. In fact, researchers say that simply thinking of oneself as busy promotes healthier behavior.
“Every day, we make many decisions that involve choosing between our immediate and future well-being,” says lead author Amitava Chattopadhyay, Professor of Marketing at INSEAD, in a media release. For instance, do we go to the gym after work, or do we just go home to relax in front of the television? Do we save money for retirement, or do we splurge on a trip? Do we eat fruit or cake for dessert? When we perceive ourselves to be busy, it boosts...