I don’t worry. I’m not afraid. “I’ve done a lot of thinking about what I want my life to look like as I age. Two of the most important things for me are maintaining my physical mobility and strength and staying mentally sharp. And I’m grateful that I can say [...]
"Yes, Danes have a stable government, low levels of public corruption, and access to high-quality education and health care. The country does have the the highest taxes in the world, but the vast majority of Danes happily pay: They believe higher taxes can create a better society. . . Perhaps [...]
"The first concert of it's kind in the country, 'Love Never Forgets,' with music and lyrics by Louisa Castner and Victor Zupanc, was commissioned through 'Healing & Hope Through Song,' an American Composers Forum (ACF) residency program for the Giving Voice Chorus, which includes singers with Alzheimers and their care [...]
"People with dementia often deal with stigma and social isolation. What is stigma and how does it affect individuals living with dementia? Watch, find out, and share! It is up to us to change the conversation around dementia!" - by Culture Change Network of Georgia https://youtu.be/BjeFnqOVcgQ Music by [...]
This video was originally posted during the holidays of 2017. During the 2020 pandemic holiday season, you may find these simple ways to destress now resonate more than ever before! (1:36 min). Nov 28, 2017 - From the desk of Andrew Weil, M.D. While situations that can lead to [...]
Giving "A Gift Each Day" may be good for the soul When I was five years of age, I was quarantined for a number of weeks with scarlet fever along with a sister. Our Aunt Alta brought a large box with small gifts inside – each one gift-wrapped. We were [...]
"Being in isolation might be a great time to try something new. In this series, we get the basics on hobbies and activities to start while you’re spending more time at home." - Author: Adele Wessell, Southern Cross University The washing, drying, ironing, airing, pushing baby in his pram – [...]
Ever heard of Baskin Robbins? John Robbins left his family’s ice cream empire to become one of the leaders of the modern “health food” movement. In this Masterclass, John will share his incredible story. And he’ll offer some of the top tips distilled from decades of research. Click here to grab [...]
"Recently, COVID-19 has revealed the inequalities that exist when it comes to access to green spaces. There have been many petitions to keep parks and gardens open for public use, with green spaces described as crucial for our well-being." Authors: Wendy Masterton, University of Stirling; Hannah Carver, University of Stirling, [...]
Growing up on the farm, I was "selective" about which veggies I would eat. However, as an adult, one of my goals became eating a consistently healthy diet with the most nutritious foods available. So - broccoli, brussel sprouts, spinach and kale were tastes which I acquired in adulthood - [...]