# 18 - Feel Good About Yourself

All life deserves to be free of pain, but lifestyles today have a domino effect on some ailments. For instance, depression raises cholesterol levels, and high cholesterol count may lead to obesity. The 48 plus stretch concept is about spinal health and physical well-being, and seeks technique rather than perfection; so external assistance is seldom suggested. The stretching of tendons, and the subsequent release of feel-good juices such as endorphins, helps build resilience from the inside in a simple, consistent, and structured manner.