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The Ugliness of Procrastination

“Yes, I’ll get to it” I say and mentally place this new item into the ever growing to-do list in my head. I write things down and use all the memory techniques I teach others, yet still things get put off…until they absolutely HAVE to get done. Yes, procrastination has reared its ugly head again … Read more

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How our Diet May Lead to Alzheimer’s Disease

I love a good cheeseburger. But how apt am I to dig in if it means Alzheimer’s or another disease later in life? An American or Western diet is a poor choice for many reasons.  It can lead to obesity, diabetes, vascular disease and even cognitive decline. A recent study sheds light on how our … Read more

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Stop the Stresses!

March came roaring in like a lion last week literally and figuratively. While some of it was expected (snowstorms and deadlines), others weren’t (unforeseen urgent situations). Anticipated or not, they all added up to a stressful start to the month. Continuing our Mindful Winter Warm Up, it’s important to understand the stress of lionish weeks … Read more

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Seniors & Technology? Absolutely!

We don’t necessarily think of 80 or 90 years olds easily using the latest devices or tech. But there’s no reason they can’t with just a few adaptations. Seniors and technology? Absolutely! They simply need to learn how to speak the language. Seniors & Tech Computer technology for anyone over 50 does not come naturally. … Read more

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How to Live Longer & Better

Want to live longer and better, especially after retirement?  Stay socially active.  Seems simple, but a new study lends credence to this somewhat obvious statement. When young and working we naturally are social with others. But when retirement comes, we have less social contact which can lead to lower quality of life or earlier death. … Read more

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Move it or Lose it-Literally!

I hate the treadmill. It’s really a love/hate relationship.  I love how it allows me  to exercise on bitterly cold days, but hate the monotony.  I’d rather be outside but I make time to walk the belt to nowhere and new research is encouraging me. Two recent studies coming from the Framingham Heart Study  show … Read more