A brand new report has proven that the positive energy generated when we ‘let go’ and celebrate good experiences in life could be the simplest way to excellent mental well being. 57% of Brits agree that those who show no inhibitions during celebration have the most fun. Living moments of happiness fully will undoubtedly have a positive effect, not only on emotional health but on physical health as well.

However, it appears the economic slump has merged into a psychological one; not just impacting our pockets, but affecting our psychological state as well with 71% admitting we need to celebrate life more. Despite 65% of Brits admitting they are worried about the way youth today celebrates, it is younger people (18-24 year olds) who most strongly expressed a need for celebrating together as a nation (57% compared to 52% overall). Brits are playing up to their stereotypical reserved reputation with one fifth of us self-acclaimed shy, retiring and introverted celebrants. Whether it’s financial constraints (55%) or lack of opportunity (28%) we are struggling to muster the motivation for celebration.

The physical impact of such introverted behaviour should not be underestimated though as the act of ‘letting go’ has shown to cause a rise in endorphins, heart rate and overall well-being. Perhaps we need to redefine the meaning of celebration and learn to celebrate the smaller things in life, with seven in ten agreeing that finding things to smile about is more important than ever. In fact a shift back to more traditional, community-based celebrations may well be the answer, with 64% saying this needs to become a major focus. A lot of benefits could be reaped if we learnt from the 26% of exuberant and outgoing celebrants who ‘let it all out’ in the name of their health!