The science of happiness • With these five small yet powerful steps the author of “New Happy “suggests you’ll experience more happiness each and every day. • Share your feelings with others you trust. Research shows it’s better than keeping feelings to yourself. • Focus on the next
Time to use a passphrase Stay safe on-line! To protect your health and financial information it’s now recommended that you use a passphrase rather than a password. A passphrase is a mix off words, without a space. It can be longer than normal password length and should include four or more words strung together. […]
Rub-a-Dub-Dub We all enjoy a nice warm bath every now and again, but are there ways to improve on your personal hygiene that will make life easier: Don’t bathe too often or too long. You might not need to shower every day, especially if you aren’t doing much physical activity. Too long in the bath […]
It’s easy to start to think of cooking as a chore after all these years. It’s not a surprise then that many older adults living on their own, or together with others shy away from rolling up their sleeves and making a something from scratch for dinner. Whether is the availability of portions that are […]
Need a boost? Out of sight out of mind: Hide junk food and fill your fridge with healthy options. Early lunch: Take your lunch before or after everyone else so that you can eat mindfully and take a real break.Rise and Shine: Start your day earlier so you can enjoy a calmer morning routine.Breathe: And, take a […]
Build the Life You Want By Arthur Brooks and Oprah Winfrey Looking for a journey toward greater happiness no matter how challenging your circumstances. Here cutting-edge science and years of helping people translate ideas into action, gives this duo what it takes to help you improve your life right now. Written with insight, compassion and […]
One of the most important ways you can assist a medical team is by taking an active role, staying on top of treat-ment recommendations and following instructions carefully. Tell the truth When you lie or misrepresent things you are not only slowing the process down but you may also be increasing the risk. Be honest […]
Staying active in winter Embrace the season and keep moving with these tips: 1) Enjoy yourself. If you aren’t enjoying it, time to look for a different activity. 2) Bad days. Feeling sluggish? Skip a day. Move more when you feel great. 3) Dress for the weather. Bundle up and put cleats on boots. 4) […]
I SINCERELY WANT TO HELP While I’m walking to school I pass an older lady’s house and can’t help but notice that the garden could use some cleaning up. Would it be rude if I volunteered to help her. I don’t need money but she might think I’m a scammer? Your intentions are wonderful, however, […]
Planning ahead for emergencies Are you and those you care for ready to act quickly and efficiently when faced with an emergency, an evacuation or a disaster? Whether it’s a wildfire, storm flooding or a chemical spill, a natural or man-made disaster that occurs in your community can change your life can in the blink […]