The Importance of Rituals: For Comfort in Grief and Every Day
Rituals are actions that symbolically connect us to something that is meaningful. They can be comforting and can help us express feelings, bring about a sense of closure, or keep an important part of the past alive. Rituals mark time as well as create time…
Read MoreExercise the Gentle Way with Chair Yoga for Seniors
If you have never experienced the benefits of chair yoga for seniors, you’re in for a treat! Over the last couple of years, I’ve become addicted to this simple, yet powerful, practice. I hope that my passion for chair yoga encourages you to give it a shot!
Read MoreTips to Make Our Lips Look Fuller and More Uplifted (VIDEO)
Believe it or not, our lips start losing thickness after the age of 16! This is caused by the loss of collagen, and we continue to lose about 1% of collagen each year. This causes the fat pads in our lips to slowly shrink and thin as we age – which in turn…
Read MoreZoosk Seniors Review – Read this before you sign up
If you are over 50 and looking for a great dating site, but don’t want to be overwhelmed with too many technological bells and whistles, then Zoosk Seniors could be a great option for you to try. Below, we discuss the positives and negatives that you should know about Zoosk Seniors. Ultimately, this information is […]
Read MoreWhat You Might Not Know About Diabetes Prevention
Of course, I said YES! when I was asked by the Wellness Director of our local YMCA if I might be interested in training to be a lifestyle coach for a new program they are going to offer. It’s one on Diabetes Prevention. Knowing that I have facilitated…
Read MoreThe Best Cell Phone Plans for Seniors
The vast majority of Americans, from tweens to seniors, have cell phones today. As a result, many people find it nearly impossible to navigate the challenges of modern life without a cell phone in their pocket. After all, these days, our cell phone keeps us connected to friends and family in real-time, especially with the […]
Read MoreActing Normal in a Reopening World
It seems social activities are opening back up to varying degrees depending on where you live. For me here in Oregon, there are opportunities to gather, attend live events and shop without masks, at least at the moment. As I begin to be more active…
Read More6 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Volunteering in Your 60s
I worked in non-profit organizations (NGO’s) for over three decades and, for the most part, enjoyed the time spent with the volunteers that came in to help. I believe that anyone who provides their time and intelligence to an NGO, without financial…
Read MoreDo You Know Who You Are Today? Take Time to Recognize Your 60-Something Self
The story we are telling ourselves is crucial to living our ThirdThird, ages 60-90, with grace and purpose. Recently, I experienced a short period of being uncharacteristically melancholic. I am usually the one who is confident. and optimistic…
Read MoreAn Interview with a Neuroscientist – Ways to Decrease Alzheimer’s Risk
or the past decade, I’ve had a front-row seat to the devastating effects of Alzheimer’s. The neurodegenerative disease has wreaked havoc on my mother-in-law. And those who love her. According to neuroscientist Dr. Jeanette Norden, Alzheimer’s…
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