Awe and wonder are common in children. Everything they see is through new eyes. As we get older, we lose that freshness of sight. We may even experience social disconnection, more anxiety, and sadness. And these feelings were exacerbated through the pandemic. These...
It’s very common for individuals suffering from dementia to have trouble sleeping. What we don’t know is which comes first. Does dementia lead to disrupted sleep patterns? Or do disrupted sleep patterns have an impact on the progression of dementia? It is...
These times are certainly challenging but I find it helpful to continue to set goals and move forward. Fit Minds Friday My goal this week was to learn how to do a Facebook Live event. There is nothing like a little public humiliation to help you focus your mind and...
As we head into a hot summer, I wanted to review the vital role water plays in your overall health and in your brain health in particular. Water plays an important role in good brain functioning. Our bodies require water to hydrate the blood and tissues, lubricate our...
We are facing really challenging times and at these moments I draw inspiration from individuals who faced great challenges with fortitude. One individual who I greatly admire is Viktor Frankl. He survived the Holocaust and wrote a great book – “Man’s...
Does the upcoming holiday season fill you with dread? Are you wondering how you are going to survive? The Christmas holidays are a wonderful time of year when family and friends get together. But they can also add stress to our lives. particularly when we are...
