Still In The Game: Updates On New And Beloved Board Games
May 10, 2023
As we approach vacation season and perhaps trips to the beach or a lakeside retreat, pulling out a board game for some evening (or rainy day) adult fun- or for some multigenerational gathering- is a common and enjoyable way to spend time together (and good for your brain!). Whether it’s…
A Day For Mom: Easy And Affordable Options For Mother’s Day Gifts
April 26, 2023
Whether you’re a mother, grandmother, or just have a “motherly” relationship with another, it’s nice to get recognized for all that you do and be honored for the role you play in someone else’s life. And it’s nice for you to do the same: Honor that certain someone in your…
Clothes Encounters: Figuring Out A Personal “Style”
March 29, 2023
The late, great New York Times fashion and society photographer Bill Cunningham once said, “Fashion is the armor to survive the reality of everyday life.” Whether you are 23 or 83, determining what to wear and how you want to present yourself to the world requires self-reflection and self-confidence. Whether…
Busy Minds For Better Brain Health: An Interview With Kristina Lubofsky, Founder of The Busy Minds Box
February 22, 2023
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 6 million Americans currently have Alzheimer’s Disease, with that number projected to rise to nearly 13 million by 2050. For people with Alzheimer’s or other types of cognitive impairment, and for those who care for them, the challenge is to stay active and…
Facial Aging: How To Make Sense Of All The Potions And Procedures
February 1, 2023
It’s challenging enough to keep adding candles to the cake each year. But to then also feel shame or guilt or anxiety because your face reflects those many years feels deeply unfair. It’s largely an artifact of marketing departments for beauty products and a culture that celebrates a false facade…
Deal With The Disarray: Can You Organize (Or Dispose Of) Your Clutter This Year?
January 11, 2023
It’s once again that time of year to take stock of your life and rethink the way forward. What do you want to do differently this year? How can you go about organizing for change or clearing the way for a new path? Well, perhaps you can start literally by…