my life with Parkinson's

My Life with Parkinsons

As we continue to shift our perspective this new year, I’m excited to share the last installment from my friends as she explores “my life with Parkinsons”. I imagine us sitting on a bench with these interesting people and learning something new. Each one has a unique view of the world that makes me think … Read more

fuel for your fire

Fuel for your Fire

The log cracks as it’s plopped on the glowing embers emitting a welcoming warmth. It’s that time of year and I’ve already curled up by the fire a few times already this fall. While a crackling fire is totally enjoyable as is, it made me think of how to add fuel for your fire regarding … Read more

getting uncomfortable

Getting Uncomfortable

Getting uncomfortable for me is when I schedule my free time. It’s an oxymoron to schedule or plan free time. It’s supposed to be free as its name implies. But for an organized planner like me, it works. On a big vacation where I planned many things in advance, I also knew we needed time … Read more

maximize your mind

Maximize your Mind!

We use it constantly. The neurons are continuously firing, communicating, processing, and initiating action. The effort we put forth to use our brains as we age is a huge factor impacting how we function later in life. So what’s your effort level? Continuing our series on behaviors and habits we can all modify for our … Read more

don't just sit there

Don’t just sit there!

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

Focus on the Important

Focus on the Important

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