In American Dementia – Brain Health in an Unhealthy Society, published in 2021, Daniel George and Peter Whitehouse invite us to look beyond the biology of Alzheimer’s and ask a harder question: What if dementia is not only a medical condition, but also a cultural mirror? What if the stress, [...]
The beginning of a new year and time to freshen our official welcome! Thus, this updated WELCOME can be found on the blog page to shine some additional light on the version typically found only on the Home Page. WELCOME to... ABeautifulVoice.org A quest for soul in an age of [...]
Author Dacher Keltner explains how compassion is literally at our fingertips. Greater Good‘s latest video features the executive editor, Dacher Keltner, on the science of touch. Here, he elaborates on cutting-edge research into the ways everyday forms of touch can bring us emotional balance and better health. A pat on [...]
Creative experience might enhance brain health, which could slow down the brain’s ageing. That’s according to a study by a group of international scientists across 13 countries. They found that creative activities, like dance classes – the tango proved particularly effective – or art classes or music lessons or a [...]
This creative act engages the senses of sight, touch, and smell, providing a sense of purpose and collaborative achievement. It transforms your shared space with the beauty you made together, focusing on ability and shared joy. How to do it: Gather 2-3 stems of flowers, greenery, or even interesting branches. [...]
Poetry engages the imagination and emotional heart, offering connection beyond facts or memory. Sharing a poem creates a novel, shared experience that focuses on the beauty of sound, rhythm, and feeling in the present moment. How to do it: Choose a short, uplifting poem. Nature or love poems work beautifully. [...]
Findings suggest that even frail older adults may benefit from a little exercise We are all aware that physical activity and movement benefit brain health. A recent study from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health now provides us with dramatic findings about reducing the possibilities of developing dementia. Findings: [...]
