There’s an App for that! It’s a saying related to smartphones and the usage of applications (or apps) within them to make life easier or more entertaining. Now and even more in the future, apps can assist with memory loss. Each app has a specified purpose for its use. It can be productivity (calendars, maps, … Read more
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
Habits are the backbone of our existence. What, when, and even why we do things all have some evolution in habits. To change something in our lives, we either create a new or change an existing habit. Memory and the habits involved with it intrigue me and I’m digging into the mechanics of both this … Read more
I don’t love exercise. I enjoy playing sports and being active with others. But I can’t do that every day so I walk outside or resign myself to the treadmill. Lately however, I’m encouraged to ‘just do it’ as the famous slogan prompts by ongoing research linking exercise to better brain and memory function. One … Read more
“I don’t feel older than 35!” My children laughed as I explained my difficulty imagining myself as middle aged (or a bit older). I shared how in my mind, I’m still young. While they composed themselves, it gave me more perspective on older adults who struggle with decreasing mental or physical capacity. I’m sure when … Read more
Raise your hand (or just nod in agreement) if you resolved to positively evoke a lifestyle change in 2017. Many of us make some sort of resolution or goal to begin a new year, but almost as many fail to completely follow through. There are varying reasons, but often the luster of new goals fade … Read more