The buzzing energy at the start of a new year makes anything seem possible. We dream of a clean slate, full of potential. Work out every day, learn a new language, quit smoking (cold turkey), etc. Driven by the desire for total self-transformation, we might set very lofty resolutions, or too many of them. The [...]
It’s winter and the holiday season is upon us. And with it comes Christmas carols, Kwanzaa feasts, the lighting of the hanukkiyah (commonly called a menorah) on Hanukkah, and more. While the holidays are a time for gathering with loved ones, they’re also notorious for being stressful. In fact, according to the American Psychological Association, [...]
It’s winter and the holiday season is upon us. And with it comes Christmas carols, Kwanzaa feasts, the lighting of the hanukkiyah (commonly called a menorah) on Hanukkah, and more. While the holidays are a time for gathering with loved ones, they’re also notorious for being stressful. In fact, according to the American Psychological Association, [...]
The nuclear family is no longer the only socially acceptable environment to raise children. In fact, 16% of children in the US live in blended families. Blended families with children come in many forms, incl. divorced/separated couples who’ve remarried/recoupled, two single parents joining households, etc. While blending families is common, it can still be destabilizing [...]
Walking. It’s an automatic action that we usually don’t think about. From our first steps, to crossing the graduation stage, to walking down the aisle to say, “I do”, many of us take it for granted. But the seemingly simple act of walking is actually a complex process involving our brain, nervous system, muscles, joints, [...]
For those of us who experience cold winters, it can be a challenge. Winter is freezing, icy, and gray. And it seemingly lasts forever. So, it’s no surprise that up to 20% of US adults experience the winter blues. This non-medical term refers to the “blah” feelings and low mood we experience during wintertime. While [...]
Winter is upon. And with it comes snow sprinkled evergreens, dark, cozy evenings, and a warm fireplace for the luckiest among us. Oh, and freezing temperatures, 6:00am shoveling, and impossibly icy sidewalks. These downsides of winter are a hassle for many of us. And for seniors, they can be extremely dangerous. Read on to learn [...]
Many of us grew up glued to the tv. Every. Day. We watched before school, during dinner and before we went to bed. For variety, we’d pour ourselves a bowl of sugary cereal (or three), put on some cartoons and call it a perfect Saturday morning. Since then, screen use has only increased. Smart phones, [...]
A few weeks ago, we talked about simple standing yoga poses for seniors. Today, to continue the flexible goodness, we’ll explore yoga from a different position: the floor! Physical limitations like injury, disability and balance problems can make standing difficult. And sometimes, it’s just easier to build yoga practice from the ground up. Literally. No [...]
Getting older can be scary. At least society makes it seem that way. From the cultural obsession with youth, to the way western society seems to ignore older people, aging doesn’t have the best reputation. Especially for people ages of 60+. But getting older can be an awesome experience filled with many benefits, like the [...]