Why Forgiveness Is Good for You
My friend has not forgiven her mother for telling her own young children about a tragedy in their family and…
Mental Health
Seven Ways to Exercise Your Brain
Many people fear a loss of thinking skills and memory as they age. But there are steps you can take…
Yoga for Every Body
Yoga has many benefits for every body at every age and, contrary to popular belief, you don't need to be…
7 Myths About Your Brain
Do you consider yourself a left-brain or a right-brain person? Do you hope to improve your memory by playing computer…
Four Ways to Lessen Loneliness and Isolation in Older Adults
In 2018, there were two front-page articles in major newspapers about loneliness and social isolation in older adults. “Loneliness kills,"…
The Smart Plate: 10 Foods That Support a Healthy Mind
The golden years of our lives are not called golden for nothing. And while Robert Frost warns us that “nothing…
5 Ways to Be Your Best Self in the New Year
Whether you set goals, make resolutions or just relish the thought of turning the page on the calendar to a…
Identifying and Combating Elderspeak
When my daughter pointed out that I had just spoken to my 91-year-old mother, a former college professor, like a…
3 Great Yoga Poses for Beginners
Aside from being a great way to find and maintain positivity every day, practicing yoga has several benefits for adults ranging…
Brain Teaser: British Novelists
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