Thanksgiving lists have begun, invitations are out, and I’m knee deep in recipe testing. Remembering in the holiday season can be stressful. The holidays are officially upon us which typically means more gatherings with friends, family, and new or old acquaintances. It also means having to remember so much more. This can be a good … Read more
This is why healthy habits matter: they keep us on track. Habits help us maintain routine, make things easier, and help us remember better. But when bad habits invade our lives, they can be difficult to change. One of the most important habits we can control that impacts our body and mind wellness is our … Read more
Sleep can be refreshing and rejuvenating. But some people struggle with elusive sleep. Our heads hit the pillow after a long day and we just want to relax. We collapse, find that comfortable spot, and drift to dreamland. That’s the ideal situation, but for many, especially those who are older, sleep becomes more elusive with … Read more
We don’t think about exercising our brains as much as our bodies, but we should. Your future brain will thank you! In order to age well, we not only need to take care of our bodies, but also pay attention to maintaining our brains, too. Studies have shown those who stay mentally engaged retain cognitive … Read more
Birthdays, anniversaries, and other circled dates on the calendar remind us of past memories and those yet to be made. Among the routine of every day, special dates give us something to look forward to and anticipate. everyday moments memorable. But let’s also not forget how to make everyday moments memorable, too. April in my … Read more
Life sometimes hands us lemons especially as we grow older. Memory changes, bodies don’t function as well, loved ones are lost, and living situations change. But what if we turn lemons into lemonade? Along with the obvious life changes, aging also affects how well we focus and subsequently can remember. As we get older, our … Read more