Jill, like Jack and Jill. I’m told I speak fast, especially by my Southern friends. I’m learning to be more purposeful, patient and slow when I speak. But it’s a process. Apparently, on the phone, my name often sounds like Jo since I probably say it quickly. So I now give an association with my … Read more
Habits are the backbone of our existence. What, when, and even why we do things all have some evolution in habits. To change something in our lives, we either create a new or change an existing habit. Memory and the habits involved with it intrigue me and I’m digging into the mechanics of both this … Read more
Do you write everything down like I do? I take notes on many things, even things others think are odd. Recently my son laughed at all my note taking. Youth makes us feel like we can remember everything. Age makes us feel like we can’t remember anything. So I take notes. But as I shared … Read more
I don’t love exercise. I enjoy playing sports and being active with others. But I can’t do that every day so I walk outside or resign myself to the treadmill. Lately however, I’m encouraged to ‘just do it’ as the famous slogan prompts by ongoing research linking exercise to better brain and memory function. One … Read more
“I don’t feel older than 35!” My children laughed as I explained my difficulty imagining myself as middle aged (or a bit older). I shared how in my mind, I’m still young. While they composed themselves, it gave me more perspective on older adults who struggle with decreasing mental or physical capacity. I’m sure when … Read more
Life puts us in situations for reasons. I strongly believe I began MemoryMinders not only to help others with memory loss but also loved ones. Even more so, I know I’ve been called to this work for myself and now I have proof. An alarming research article I read this week truly hit home. Analysis … Read more