We know we need to do it. Yet this knowledge and the good feelings afterward aren’t always motivation enough to follow through, especially in summer. The excuses are abundant, but the only thing that really works is to ‘just do it’ as the saying prompts us. Don’t just sit there, get up and exercise. Continuing … Read more
It’s the first and the most important element to remembering anything. It’s not only my daily mantra, but the initial step of education, learning, and yes, remembering. It’s Focus. Let’s focus on the important. Focus on the Important Making behavioral changes and instituting new habits are no easy tasks. They also cannot happen if we … Read more
It’s summertime and the living is easy, right? Not always. The change of routine which comes with a change of season is easier for some, but can also create more difficulty for those with memory issues. Whether it’s a change of season, change of living environment, or increased assistance needed, change can cause stress, depression, … Read more
Can adjusting our diet to include more foods like salmon really help our brain and memory health? Yes, according to two recent research studies, so let’s change it up! Change it Up Much research is being done in the areas of nutrition and brain health, especially Omega 3 fatty acid. Omega 3 is an essential … Read more
Never stop learning. It’s one of the best tips regarding aging well. It applies to both children and adults and there’s a great reason why. I repeat over and again to exercise our brains. How we do this looks different at 20, 50, or 80 years old. But the principle is the same: keep those … Read more
The road wasn’t even visible on my car’s GPS system. Yet my phone’s GPS was directing me down this road to lead me home. Traveling this road after presenting and attending the Wisconsin State Alzheimer’s Association Convention reminded me of a lesson from both my GPS and those with Alzheimer’s. We don’t always know where … Read more