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

How to Live Longer & Better

Want to live happier and longer after retirement?  Stay socially active.  Seems simple, but a new study lends credence to this somewhat obvious statement. When young and working we naturally are social with others. But when retirement comes, we have less social contact which can lead to lower quality of life or earlier death. A … Read more

How to Live Longer & Better

Want to live happier and longer after retirement?  Stay socially active.  Seems simple, but a new study lends credence to this somewhat obvious statement. When young and working we naturally are social with others. But when retirement comes, we have less social contact which can lead to lower quality of life or earlier death. A … Read more

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Socialize your Brain!

Family gatherings, reuniting with old friends, and meeting new at social gatherings occur more frequently during the holidays.  This time of year brings out the social side of many of us.  While it may leave us feeling tired or stretched thin, increased socialization is actually a crucial component for brain and memory wellness. Let’s socialize … Read more

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How to Balance Holiday Stress

It’s holiday time! Like me, if you want something done, just ask a busy person. Those who thrive under pressure, cannot say no, or prefer to live with more stress than others are often the do-ers of this world.  But even they need to balance holiday stress. How to Balance Holiday Stress The organized, busy … Read more

maintain and sustain your brain

Maintain & Sustain your Brain

Focusing on brain awareness this month, let’s look at what I call the three S’s important to brain wellness:  Stress, Sleep and Socialization.  Each of these play an important role in our how to maintain and sustain your brain and how it functions daily and throughout your lifetime. While we understand stress in its various … Read more