All it takes is a perspective change with smart thinking to spark new ideas and memorable moments. To shift perspective for all of us as we begin this new year, I’ll be sharing the words and ideas of few of my friends. I imagine us sitting on a bench with these interesting people and learning … Read more
Especially during the holiday season but also generally, we continually make memorable moments. But who would you rather make those moments with-friends or family? Many of us may wish to spend a little more of our moments with friends than our family and now we know why. Research suggests close friendships may be a stronger … Read more
“The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry” is an adapted translation from a poem by Robert Burns To a Mouse from 1786. In it, he apologizes for turning up the mouse’s home while plowing a field. But the modern application of this phrase could apply to many things in our lives, … Read more
It’s December and time to celebrate! Christmas and the holidays bring a sense of merriment and we usually find many reasons to celebrate. It’s the same here as we wrap up our #MemoryMakeover -let’s celebrate! Hopefully you’ve made progress toward your overall memory goals set back in September. But even if they aren’t accomplished fully, … Read more
There it is, mocking me, another reminder of another unfinished project or goal. Finally, it gets put away in a closet or my mind. “I’ll deal with it later”, while wondering when or if later will ever come. I need help on finishing well. It doesn’t matter what ‘it’ is, what matters is it isn’t … Read more
The log cracks as it’s plopped on the glowing embers emitting a welcoming warmth. It’s that time of year and I’ve already curled up by the fire a few times already this fall. While a crackling fire is totally enjoyable as is, it made me think of how to add fuel for your fire regarding … Read more