life lemonade

Life Lemonade

This world and the people in it are not perfect. Circumstances often arise that we don’t want, wish for, or enjoy, but we can turn those lemons into life lemonade. What makes or breaks lemon moments is how we handle them. It’s not just about the unwanted times of life but how we choose to … Read more

the impact of sneaky stress

The Impact of Sneaky Stress

It sneaks up like a preying lion and suddenly hits: the impact of sneaky stress. Out of nowhere we bark at our loved ones with short tempers. Even more subtle, it simmers slowly as we gradually gain weight and/or lose sleep and our thoughts swirl. Stress takes a toll on us physically and mentally and … Read more

Your future brain will thank you

Your Future Brain Will Thank You!

We don’t think about exercising our brains as much as our bodies, but we should. Your future brain will thank you! In order to age well, we not only need to take care of our bodies, but also pay attention to maintaining our brains, too. Studies have shown those who stay mentally engaged retain cognitive … Read more

honoring traditions

Honoring Traditions

“Tradition, tradition!” The lyrics of the Fiddler on the Roof song echo in our heads whenever honoring traditions are discussed. We all have traditions with family, friends, coworkers or our community. They are a good way to spark memories, create new moments, and have something to look forward to in our lives. But sometimes we … Read more

cultivating change

Cultivating Change

As the sun slowly makes more of an appearance, its shining prompts us of Spring and the inevitable changes to come. Often changes in life can be stressful or not wanted. But just as we cultivate new life in Spring, we can also be cultivating change in our approach to make memorable moments. Regardless of … Read more

a fresh start

A Fresh Start

Turning the calendar to April always feels a bit like a fresh start. Spring is coming and April heralds its brilliance beautifully. New life sprouts from the earth, brighter colors flood the landscape, and animals are birthed in the fresh breezes of April. It’s also a great time to start anew on our memory wellness … Read more