Moving On: Thoughtful Travel In Challenging Times
August 17, 2022
These are confusing times for travelers. When out and about, masks or no masks? When inside, what’s required? Vaccinations and boosters? Just the initial 2 doses? No proof at all? Moreover, given the economic times we’re in, with inflation running high, stock market fluctuations, and possible recession looming, is this…
It Doesn’t Take Much: Lifestyle Tweaks To Sustain Your Brain
August 10, 2022
With continued disappointing news about forthcoming drugs to address Alzheimer’s, you might begin to despair that there’s little you can do to prevent an Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis and that you may as well throw up your arms in distress. However, as we’ve pointed out in previous posts, there are…
Happy To Hear: New Podcast Recommendations
August 10, 2022
Whether you’re sitting on a beach, in a canoe, or at a lake during these dog days of August, chances are you may be looking for something fun and smart to listen to (if you’re not reading a great beach read). So, in our continuing quest to bring you new…
Fleeing Facebook? There’s A New Social Media Platform For Older Adults
April 6, 2022
Okay, so the question is, whether and how do you currently use Facebook? Do you check it every morning for the latest updates from your family and friends? Do you count on it to remind you about important birthdays? Do you treasure the shared photos of grandchildren or family vacations…
Remember And Regret: What Can We Learn From Reviewing Our Regrets?
March 30, 2022
The late, great comic Lucille Ball once said, “I’d rather regret the things I’ve done than regret the things I haven’t done.” In fact, according to Daniel Pink, New York Times best-selling author of the new book, The Power of Regret: How Looking Backward Moves Us Forward, the feeling of…
Accent The Positive: A Good Attitude Leads To Better Health
January 5, 2022
The French philosopher and writer Voltaire is thought to have once said, “I have chosen to be happy because it is good for my health.” Despite living in the 18th century, Voltaire was onto something relevant and recognized today: a focus on positive thinking not only will help with your…