Jill Hoven Most of us strive to “stay in shape” in one way or another. Paying attention to physical fitness is imperative, but what about mental fitness? Making sure we flex our mental “muscles” is particularly important as we age. When asked, most people are more concerned with losing their mental abilities rather than physical as they … Read more
Happy June-ahh, the lazy days of summer are here. But for those with memory issues and/or various dementia forms including Alzheimer’s, the day on the calendar doesn’t mean much. It’s just another long day of trying to do what used to seem so easy, worrying about what may have been forgotten or struggling to keep up … Read more
Spring has sprung (or at least is trying!). Do you smell new grass and flowers growing or sneezing too much with allergies? Spring’s arrival means more than warmer and longer days. It can impact our memories. A sunny spring day can improve our mood, motivation and memories. We smell the cut grass, the flowers budding and feel … Read more
Running from one thing to the next, feeling overwhelmed, I sink into a chair exhausted. I look at my life and wonder why & how it has flown by me. I want to remember and cherish the days I have, but am too busy juggling all the balls in the air. Life is whizzing by and paying attention feels … Read more
Negative thoughts block memories. Most people agree a positive attitude is more desirable than a negative one. But few truly understand the impact it has on their memory and overall wellness. I will always choose to be around a positive person if given the choice. Who would you rather spend a day or evening with- … Read more
Life goes by in a flash. No one knows how many more days we have in this life. But one thing is increasingly clear. I want to make each day count and make intentional memories. There is a country song Live Like You Were Dying by Tim McGraw. I’m not a huge country fan, but I … Read more