do big things

How to Do Big Things

It’s big, really big. You’ve prepped, prepared, and done one big thing yet on the other side there’s even more to do! Many of us feel this just thinking about big events or projects or even after major things in our lives. It feels overwhelming. We think the big thing is the hard part, but … Read more

manage depression

A Link between Depression & Dementia

Ever feel down or know someone displaying potential depression symptoms?  Take notice because increasing depressive symptoms in older adults could potentially represent an early stage of dementia, according to a long term study that shows a link between depression and dementia. Depression and Dementia As we age, different life changes can trigger new or ongoing … Read more

choose your own thoughts

Mind over Matter

What we put into our mind matters.  Subsequently, who we listen to impacts what we put into our mind.  There are many voices in this world telling us what to do.  When we are kids, it’s our parents.  In school it’s our teachers; as an adult, it’s someone typically we care about or find interesting.  … Read more

when the curve ball comes

When the Curve Ball Comes

Show of hands:  whose life is going precisely as planned with only good things happening?  Anyone?  Not sure I see many hands raised.  Maybe your life is like mine and others-it doesn’t always go according to script.  The path is not always smooth and curve balls often get thrown our way.  What we do when … Read more

See your Dreams into Reality

See your Dreams into Reality

Happy Mindful Monday! Beginning this third week of January exploring goals, it’s usually about now when goals and resolutions fade like an accidentally bleached sock. Multiple reasons (& excuses) are to blame for why this occurs. Those reasons, while essential to identify, are not as important as how to get back on track. One way … Read more

Improve your memory by honoring your past

Improve your Memory by Honoring your Past

It’s the smell or taste of a favorite Christmas cookie or the special food only eaten this time of year. The way Mom always made everyone feel equally loved with her unique and thoughtful gifts for each person.  Traditions, rituals and memories all come flooding into our consciousness this time of year. These scenes bring warm … Read more