the gift of thankfulness

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 … Read more

balance your stress

How to Balance Holiday Stress

It’s holiday time! Like me, if you want something done, just ask a busy person. Those who thrive under pressure, cannot say no, or prefer to live with more stress than others are often the do-ers of this world.  But even they need to balance holiday stress. How to Balance Holiday Stress The organized, busy … Read more

maintain and sustain your brain

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 to maintain and sustain your brain and how it functions daily and throughout your lifetime. While we understand stress in its various … Read more

negative thoughts block memories

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 and overall wellness. I will always choose to be around a positive person if given the choice. Who would you rather spend a day or evening with- … Read more

Stressless Holidays?

It’s that time of year, the hustle, bustle, shopping, wrapping, cooking and stress. Stressless holidays is a misnomer as we add more and more to our already full to-do lists.  We want to celebrate and enjoy the season but often find ourselves more stressed than joyful. For those without family and friends around them, this … Read more