Friends Help Us Age Well

Especially during the holiday season  but also generally, we continually make memorable moments. But who would you rather make those moments with-friends or family? Many of us may wish to spend a little more of our moments with friends than our family and now we know why. Research suggests close friendships may be a stronger … Read more

Wishful Wellness Habits

What healthy habits are you proud of? These are your actual, consistent habits contributing toward overall health and wellness. Think,  grab paper and pen and write them down. Great! Now, on the same piece of paper, make another list: healthy behaviors we want to make into habits-a healthy habits wish list. These are the choices … Read more

The Perfect Gift

“It’s perfect, just what I wanted!” Have you ever squealed this in delight when receiving a gift? In that moment, it was everything you wanted and needed all rolled into one. You cherish the gift and are so thankful. Maybe you are imagining an expensive object or a special wish list item as the perfect … Read more

'Tis the Social Season!

‘Tis the season of the holiday party! We gather with family, friends, coworkers and neighbors this time of year to celebrate and renew the bonds that draw us together. Our meeting together is not only a joyful and rejuvenating experience but also one that can strengthen our minds. In wrapping up our series of ‘treats’ … Read more

‘Tis the Social Season!

‘Tis the season of the holiday party! We gather with family, friends, coworkers and neighbors this time of year to celebrate and renew the bonds that draw us together. Our meeting together is not only a joyful and rejuvenating experience but also one that can strengthen our minds. In wrapping up our series of ‘treats’ … Read more

Keep Working or Retire?

To work or retire, that is the question.  Many baby boomers and even younger people are contemplating this question.  While many factors are involved, some new research provides interesting evidence supporting the continuation of work. A recent study in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health reported healthy adults who retired one year past age … Read more