Ever feel down or know someone displaying potential depression symptoms? Take notice because increasing depressive symptoms in older adults could potentially represent an early stage of dementia, according to a long term study that shows a link between depression and dementia. Depression and Dementia As we age, different life changes can trigger new or ongoing … Read more
Everyone has a unique smell. A child can sense their mother’s smell and be comforted by it, even if Mom isn’t present. I have been known to take a deep breath as I hug my kids to drink in their scent. There is a powerful connection and benefit between smell and memory and your nose … Read more
Projects backed up, sink full of dishes, and another headache: enter the domino effect of procrastination. It makes us feel forgetful, guilty, rushed, anxious, tired, and cranky. Looking last week at the negative aspects, let’s now look at how we can eliminate procrastination from infecting our productivity. Occasionally we need to delay things to focus … Read more
Happy New Year! One of the first questions each new year is “did you make a new year’s resolution?” I firmly believe in periodically reflecting, learning and moving forward with renewed energy. Whether it’s January, summer vacation, a birthday, anniversary, or new school year, let’s use new beginnings to renew and regroup. I prefer the … Read more
It’s the smell or taste of a favorite Christmas cookie or the special food only eaten this time of year. The way Mom always made everyone feel equally loved with her unique and thoughtful gifts for each person. Traditions, rituals and memories all come flooding into our consciousness this time of year. These scenes bring warm … Read more
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