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WHAT IS MAKING THE TRIANGLE AREA SO DESIRABLE?
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WELLNESS WORKS:
THE AREA’S HOLISTIC EXPERIENCE BY ERICA JEVONS SIZEMORE
international recognition centered around the wellness and quality of life of Greater Raleigh area residents.
Wellness is more than simply enjoying an illness-free life. It is a dynamic process of becoming aware of and making choices towards change and growth, characterized by fulfillment, health, happiness, prosperity, and welfare. How much do Triangle area residents prioritize wellness… a lot! Qualities which comprise wellness are incorporated into the Triangle lifestyle and the area has deservedly been recognized for its focus on wellness over the years, and most recently, Raleigh was ranked #3 among the Happiest Cities in America by Men’s Health Magazine for 2021. The Men’s Health study, which surveyed over 100 of the largest cities in the country, identified characteristics a ‘happy’ person would embody by their physical and mental health, as well as financial and general wellbeing. For the businesses and residents across the region - and specifically those who’ve lived in the area for many years - this comes as no surprise. With easy access to the mountains and the beach, a focus on fitness, robust healthcare system, and support by local government to promote residents’ quality of life with outdoor experiences, a commitment to affordability, safety and welfare, the Triangle naturally encourages wellness.
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Happy people have a strong wellbeing! With community and local engagement, strong employment, income equality, home ownership, and access to housing, a positive environment and overall physical health across the region, it comes as no surprise to find national and
“With world-class medical care, competitive universities, and a range of unique cities and living experiences, there are so many advantages to being in the Triangle. There is a place for everyone to live, develop their careers, and enjoy their families in their own unique way.” says
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