Mental Health Fun! Relationship expert Dr. Molly Barrow

In these last few lazy crazy days of summer, what sounds like fun? If you are like many American adults it might be hard to imagine fun for fun's sake. Too often, we have become so focused on work, projects, committees or school that we do little that qualifies as fun. We may spend the day driving our kids around to soccer, dance and overnights, yet, we rarely take time to breath deeply.

This weekend take a walk for the pleasure of brilliant sunsets, bird songs and fresh air, not just because you need the exercise. Wake up and eat scrumptious fruits and savor every bite. Laugh with a friend about anything and everything, and do not stop giggling no matter who stares at you.

Sometimes, we have to take a break to save our sanity and give us reason to live. Instead of putting fun last on your agenda, put it right on top. You are smiling just contemplating it. What would it take to keep that smile going? Try a little fun!