I have seen quite a few over 65's, lately, who are frustrated with what is happening to their bodies - suddenly, knees and hips don't always work the way we want them to. Medicare also kicks in, now, and we have to choose a supplemental plan, which, I admit, was quite confusing for me; what [&hellip...
What meditation can do for your mind, mood, and overall health
As a meditation teacher and someone who has studied the science of meditation, I am not surprised by the latest news story of schools replacing detention with meditation! I will say that I am delighted to hear that meditation is finding a way into schools in the US. In cultures where meditation is s...
7 Sweet Ideas For Your Valentine
Happy Valentine’s Day, fellow Boomers! The first thing I thought about when Valentine’s Day was coming around again is that after so many years together, it’s difficult to find a gift that is different or “inspired.” So, of course, I did a bit of research and found some cool ideas to share...
How Does Having Fun Keep Dementia Away?
Today, on my way home from a class, I heard a Ted Talk about how engineers are using their skills in medical fields now; as an example, to figure out how a surgeon can re-wire the nerves in someone’s arm that was lost in an accident, so that the prosthetic arm and hand works the […]
Top Strategy For Getting Your Health Goals Back On Track in 2019
The holidays of 2018 were a lovely time for reflection, visits from family and friends, and talk of plans for the year ahead. Unfortunately, also for WAY too many treats! But that's what the holidays mean to my family and the "Holiday Five" (extra pounds) will come off quite easily once I get back i...
Want To Lose Five Times More Weight By Training Your Mind?
Good News! Visualization (mental imagery) is a technique used to help people lose weight – with long term success! Recently, Dr. Linda Solbrig and colleagues, from the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom, conducted a study where they compared a fairly common talking therapy known as Mot...
Think that fast bicycle crunch is helping to strengthen your back? Think again!
I hope you all had a lovely Thanksgiving! Mine was excellent! Great food, delightful company, and lots of leftovers. I’m sure you’ve seen those musclebound guys at the gym who do their bicycle crunches so fast, that, by the time you get two done, they’ve done 20. Well, don’t feel the lea...
Don’t Let Chronic Worry/Stress Bring on Early Dementia!
Take a minute to think about how much time you spend worrying. It’s important. Are you stressed out and worried all the time? Most of the time? Some of the time? Rarely? Chronic worry can paralyze us and bring on anxiety disorders. New studies have shown that “Chronic stress is associated with i...
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