The Present of our Presence

How can some people remember details so vividly and others cannot? It all comes down to our ‘memory trait’ and new research shows this memory trait or style may have an impact on how and how well we remember.  This research among others, delves into new areas being studied to one day help in identifying and … Read more

The gift of thankfulness

It’s finally here!  No, not the snow that falls this time of year, but the beginning of the holiday season.  Thanksgiving typically marks the start, although it certainly seems as if it’s already begun with holiday advertising in full swing.  Most of the retail world can’t capitalize on Thanksgiving, so they skip over it to the holidays … Read more

How to Balance Holiday Stress

If you want something done, just ask a busy person.  I thrive under pressure.   I cannot say no.  All of these comments reflect how some people prefer to live with more stress than others.  They are the do-ers of this world.  They take on every challenge-often for very different reasons.  The organized, busy and yes, … Read more

Maintain & Sustain your Brain

Focusing on brain awareness this month, let’s look at what I call the three S’s important to brain wellness:  Stress, Sleep and Socialization.  Each of these play an important role in our how well the brain functions day to day and throughout our lifetime. While we understand stress in its various forms is detrimental to … Read more

Maintain & Sustain your Brain

Focusing on brain awareness this month, let’s look at what I call the three S’s important to brain wellness:  Stress, Sleep and Socialization.  Each of these play an important role in our how well the brain functions day to day and throughout our lifetime. While we understand stress in its various forms is detrimental to … Read more

Negative Thoughts

Negative thoughts block memories.  Most people agree a positive attitude is more desirable than a negative one.  But few truly understand the impact it has on their memory. I will always choose to be around a positive person if given the choice. If you could spend a day or evening with someone who is upbeat … Read more