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FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | FEBRUARY 2019 5 Let's take a walk; it's good for the body and mind! As some of you may be aware, walking is one of the most popular pastimes enjoyed by the residents of Four Seasons. But, did you know it boasts more benefits than just great cardio? Psychologists have found that walking for just 10 minutes may be just as beneficial as a 45 minute workout to relieve symptoms of anxiety. Stanford University studies show walking can increase creative output by an average of 60 percent. Researchers labeled this type of creativity as "divergent thinking" which they define as a thought process used to generate creative ideas by exploring many possible solutions. According to the study, "walking opens up the free flow of ideas, and it is a simple and robust solution to the goals of increasing creativity and increasing physical activity," which makes sense as science shows that engaging in activities that allow our mind to wander promotes a mental state conducive to innovative ideas and aha! moments. By simply adding walking to your routine you will feel an increased sense of relaxation and alleviate depression, improve heart health, reduce pain, prevent weight gain, improve endurance and circulation — the list goes on and on. So hit the road or trails to benefit body, mind and spirit! GENERAL MANAGER'S REPORT By Eric Zarr Waste Management Recycle Often, Recycle Right! Did you know Waste Management has a diverse recycling compliance program for both commercial and residential customers? The city of Beaumont recently held a seminar for commercial businesses to go over the materials that can, and cannot, be recycled. Ultimately the information was eye-opening to say the least. One item we cannot place in the recycling bin would be plastic bags or sheeting of any kind, including placing recyclable materials in a trash bag and then placing it in the bin. Plastic bags and liners cause havoc on the sorting machinery and shut down the entire operation as it ends up tangled in the mechanisms. Paper products like paper plates, newspapers and cardboard should be clean of any debris or food particles and dry when they are recycled as soiled or wet items will not be recycled. Aluminum cans, aluminum foil and tin cans are the most recycled items. They should be clean and dry before placing them in the bin as well. Glass bottles and jars are the second most recycled items but certain restrictions apply depending on material and color. For example clear, green, and amber glass is acceptable but mirror or window glass should not be placed in the recycle bin. Glass items that should never be placed in the bin are ceramics, dishware, ovenware, lightbulbs, mixed colors of broken glass and decorative items. Other items that should never be placed in the recycle bin would be loose plastic bags or plastic film, food waste, polystyrene or foam products like to-go cups or egg cartons, batteries of any kind and needles or medical waste. If you would like to explore the do's and don'ts of recycling please visit www.wm.com for more information.

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