Interruptions will kill your memory. We live in a multitasking world full of disruptions. Distractions interrupt our thoughts causing us to mentally and sometimes physically switch gears. We end up multitasking, hurrying, and not doing anything well. More importantly, we don’t remember. Bottom line is interruptions hurt memory. How Interruptions Hurt Memory I remind myself … Read more
Most of understand we should get moving and sleep well for better health. A new study shows it will help you live longer too. Get Moving A study recently published of over 200,000 Australian people aged 45 and over concluded replacing sedentary time with more active time or even sleep resulted in a longer life … Read more
“I can’t remember anything anymore!” complains an overworked, busy mom. “I didn’t forget, you never told me” says the elderly husband to his wife. Both these people are forgetful, but the situations are entirely different. While similar, this forgetfulness two ways are different in what they represent and how they are addressed. Forgetfulness Two Ways … Read more
Back to school and the change of seasons in fall can also be a time to get back to some healthier habits. Whether busy or relaxed, in summer we sometimes slacken up on some of our wellness routines. This fall, I will explore some key concepts in mind and body wellness that will assist us … Read more
Huffing, puffing and pushing, I sprint across my imaginary finish line exhausted, but exhilarated. I dislike running, but it was necessary rehab for a knee injury. I ran to strengthen my knee, but also knew it would strengthen my mind. Physical exercise not only helps our bodies, but also our minds. So, when needing extra … Read more
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