Winds are shifting, leaves are beginning to fall and school bells are ringing. These telltale end of summer signs may make us feel sad about the end of one season and the beginning of another. But it’s been a #SummerToRemember indeed, and I my hope you have plenty of memories to draw upon as autumn … Read more
Go out of your box, step into the uncomfortable, and challenge yourself. I teach and advocate this but can find it difficult to do myself. We all prefer familiar and what doesn’t require much effort, but that WILL NOT strengthen our mind and memories. The comfy way doesn’t create the cognitive reserve which will help … Read more
Long summer days and nights bring fun, warmth, and many memories in the making. Capturing these memories can be as elusive as containing a firefly on a breezy, summer evening. As we continue our #SummerToRemember series, let’s identify your memory techniques which are are best to record all your moments. We all have our go-to … Read more
Complex projects, lists, and events are often managed best when divided into smaller chunks or portions. The same holds true for memory. To live or remember well, it’s important to think about not only the what but also the how. Let’s discuss some organizational how-to’s. Our memories are comfortable holding and remembering about three to … Read more
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
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