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Reset Your Mind and Body in “Just 3 Minutes”!
23.08.2026
In modern society, busy daily lives, changing environments, and ongoing stress can easily disrupt the autonomic nervous system, making it simpler for mental and physical fatigue to build up. As a result, your mood and physical condition can become unstable, leading to a noticeable decline in your overall quality of life. To improve this situation, a simple and highly effective approach is a “reset technique” that involves “just walking for 3 minutes.”
A neurotransmitter secreted in the brain called “serotonin”—commonly known as the “happiness hormone”—plays a vital role in both mental and physical health. Serotonin influences various essential bodily functions, including emotions, sleep quality, appetite, and body temperature regulation. When serotonin is secreted at appropriate levels, it calms the mind, promotes deep relaxation, and actively reduces stress. Conversely, insufficient secretion can lead to a low mood, increased anxiety, and various physical discomforts.
Exercise is an effective way to stimulate natural serotonin production. In particular, light exercise and walking are among the simplest and most accessible methods. They promote healthy blood flow, making it easier for oxygen to reach the brain, which activates brain function and increases serotonin secretion. Furthermore, walking outdoors and getting regular sunlight further stimulates serotonin release. At the same time, ultraviolet rays help the body synthesize vitamin D, which significantly contributes to bone health and boosts the immune system.
The busyness and stress of modern life can often take a heavy toll on our physical and mental well-being, but you can steadily improve your mood and physical condition with a simple method—“just a 3-minute walk”—that naturally promotes serotonin secretion. Walking activates serotonin, which can help you feel deeply refreshed, regain physical energy, and improve your daily concentration. Even when you’re busy, incorporating a brief 3-minute walk into your routine can help keep your mind and body healthy. It certainly seems worth a try!
Author Bio
Dr. Eiji Shimada
Oriental Wellcare Group Founder
Board-certified radiologist. He manages one of Japan’s largest independent teleradiology service companies, receiving more than 10,000 imaging interpretation requests per month from over 250 hospitals nationwide. He also has a track record as a pioneer of home healthcare in Japan, having founded and managed one of the country’s largest medical corporations specializing in home-based medical care.
In November 2014, he founded Oriental Wellcare Group. Today, the group operates a broad network of medical institutions across three countries: the Philippines, Malaysia, and the United States. He is dedicated to creating healthcare environments where Japanese residents overseas, including those living in the Philippines, can receive advanced medical care with peace of mind.