Do you blaze your own trail and use all of your brain power? Most of us could put more of our brains to good use daily. It’s estimated we only utilize a tip of the iceberg amount of our brain’s capacity. Yet most of us are okay with this. Why? Thinking deeply or doing complex … Read more
It’s that time of year when political ads, calls, debates, mailings, and commentaries can overload our stress levels Stress happens even if we don’t realize it, impacting our memories more than we think. But we can beat stress to remember well. Everyday activities like simply watching the news, conversing in a coffee shop, or dining … Read more
The crisp air, the cool breeze blowing through the trees and the frosty dew of morning all are signals that autumn has finally arrived. My sensory attention rose when the leaves almost turned color overnight and the humidity of late summer shifted to the briskness of October. Yet I still made the mistake of not … Read more
To sleep or not to sleep, that is the question for many of us. The priority of sleep matters whatever stage of life we’re in, from infancy to our last days. Infants, parents of infants, stressed teens or adults, and/or older adults wrestling with sleep issues.enges. Infants, children, and teens need extra sleep for brains … 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
Spraining my ankle last month impacted me more than just physically. Not being able to exercise normally brought changes including not always feeling as mentally sharp, motivated, or energized. With my activity curtailed, I also miss the seasonal changes nature paints in September as I walk. It’s time go exploring in a different way. Go … Read more