What are you thankful for? If the answer rolls right off your tongue, science tells us you could be in pretty decent shape on several levels. As leading life and business guru Tony Robbins puts it: “Gratitude is the antidote to the things that mess us up. You can’t be angry […]
Quick fun fact: On average, seniors are watching 47 hours and 13 minutes every week. This is a sign that our elder generation is at risk for living sedentary lives and being disengaged from the world, even if watching TV makes them feel like they’re staying in touch. But it’s no fault […]
It’s pretty obvious that most people want to age in the comfort of their own home and avoid having to eventually move to a nursing home. An AARP study shows that 90% of seniors want to stay in their homes as they age even when they need assistance And another study by Clarity and […]
With all the scary stats on the rise among seniors – like Alzheimer’s, loneliness, depression, divorce and nursing home occupancy… signs are pointing to our culture not promoting the idea of living a more active, healthy and engaged lifestyle as you age deeper and deeper into your retirement. The media and our culture push […]
It’s never too early (or too late) to start planning your future home so that it can accommodate your changing needs as you age. According to AARP, when it comes to “aging in place”: 87% of adults age 65+ want to stay in their current home and community as they age 71% of adults […]
Most people, baby boomers in particular, go through their lives living a life of duty. They spend most of their decades dedicating time, focus and energy to their families and jobs… which is a completely noble and necessary role. Unfortunately, before you know it, your original dreams are locked up somewhere deep inside […]
There are so many studies that tell us social interaction is important and good for your health and overall well-being, specifically among senior women. Conversely, here’s what could happen if you neglect your social well-being: 45% increase in risk of death (source) 59% greater risk of mental and physical decline (source) […]
Mahatma Gandhi said, “Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.” Henry Ford said, “Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at 20 or 80. Anyone who keeps learning stays young.” And then there’s Albert Einstein, who said, “Once you stop learning, you start […]
Dreading the aging process? Aging is certainly not glamorized in the media and there’s even some ageism ingrained in our pop culture, so don’t fret if you are indeed afraid… you’re not alone. But some of the fear can stem from myths and misbeliefs that could be holding you back from living […]
Sleep is so important for everyone… And for seniors it’s recommended that a healthy adult should shoot for 7-9 hours of rest per night. As your body gets older it becomes more susceptible to disease and it’s also at a higher risk for injury. Your body needs adequate time to rest and […]