December 21, 2020– ‘Twas the Year Our Pets Saved Us
The writers at Chewy have written this perfect poem about our pet’s role over the last year, and I couldn’t have said it better myself. *The writer has a Havenese puppy, like George.*
2020 was not the year that any of us expected, or wanted.
BUT, having our furry friends by our side this year has helped us find happiness even when it seemed impossible.
December 14, 2020— The Power of Forgiveness
YOU are the prime beneficiary when you forgive someone.
When you practice Forgiveness Therapy, you free up huge vats of energy that were previously being
utilized to keep those anger knots solidly in place. Forgiveness makes you feel lighter,
happier, and more at peace than you thought possible.
December 7, 2020— With Age Comes Wisdom
Growing older and gaining wisdom, means understanding that being right is never as important as being kind.
November 30, 2020— Who Draws George and L.J.?
People ALWAYS ask me if I do the drawings for my page. My answer is a resounding, I wish!
But who is the person behind the drawings?
I collaborate with the wonderfully talented artist Alex Mikev.
Together we create a weekly cartoon about the journey of aging, and we have even been able to put together a collection in print.
November 23, 2020– Spread a Little Gratitude All Year Long
Showing gratitude in all areas of our lives helps us be happier and HEALTHIER. Now I’ll share another way that I have found to have a positive impact on my attitude of gratitude.
November 16, 2020— Raising Your Gratitude Quotient
Do you want to feel better right now, and super-charge some powerful immune-boosting hormones this red-hot minute?
Finding things to appreciate and be grateful for will make these shifts a reality. Extensive research finds this all to be true, and today, I offer you some concrete ways to raise your spirits.
November 9, 2020– Aging Well in 12 Steps!
As a Gerontologist, I’m asked every day what I do to age more vibrantly.
In this blog, I lay out the 12 steps I try to follow on my vibrant aging journey.
November 2, 2020-– Gut-Brain Connection
Inflammation in the colon from poor food choices allows “bad” bacteria to float off and take residence in other organs, causing them to be inflamed.
The brain isn’t equipped to deal with inflammation and results in aging of the brain and impaired brain health.
The good news: When we cut down or eliminate sugar and refined carbs, adhere to a suggested regime of vitamins, and make a few lifestyle changes; we can begin to rebuild our gut’s health.
October 26, 2020— More Answers From Dr. Claudia Harsh
I am back with 6 more questions for Dr. Claudia Harsh:
-Can breast cancer be cured? What is the percentage of return if contracted before menopause? After menopause?
-Are there any symptoms to watch for?
-Does contracting breast cancer before menopause increase the risk of getting it again after menopause?
-Breast cancer rates are increasing. Why? Is that for pre-or post-menopause?
-Is post-menopausal breast cancer hereditary?
October 19, 2020– Today Start Some Emotional Self-Care
Positive thinking CAN change your life!
Our beliefs have 5 times more influence on our health than genetics.
This article outlines the benefits of Emotional Self Care, and the benefits of giving yourself hope for the future.
