“To accumulate is to live as if you are not going to die.”
“To accumulate is to live as if you are not going to die.” Well - have you got a lot of clutter and things which no longer serve you?! They are called "possessions" in case you were wondering... YOURS!! However you may try to not think about it...all roads lead to the...
Hip fracture risk increases threefold with Dementia
According to some research from the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy the likelihood of fracturing a hip in a patient with dementia is three times as likely. Also, they found these clients much more difficult to manage in line with their treatment guidelines due to a...
Additional ways to stay fit and happy when you are over 60.
Staying active mentally and physically brings huge benefits for everyone. It is lovely to share experiences with others, indeed - for human beings it is probably essential for a happy and healthy life. Often it can be difficult to reach out and take up new activities...
What are your main desires as a Baby Boomer?
If you are like most Baby boomers, right now you are facing three challenges.... First, more than ever before, you want to devote the remainder of your life to activities that will be meaningful and purposeful to you. Second, since your life expectancy is 20 years...
A simple way to enhance everyone’s happiness
We all have days when we feel lonely, or a bit lost and unsure of what to do, or unloved / appreciated, or overwhelmed. It is just part of being human - nothing is necessarily wrong. There is a great way to get out of this "muck" though.... be grateful for what you DO...
Midlife adaptions so you can look after your ageing parent.
There is no real way to prepare for that moment when you realize you need to begin taking care of your parents. There should be a step by step guide explaining what to do - which is what Great Guidelines for Later Life aims to be - but even with a written...
Easter – a time for reflection and connection
Christ's Easter story of trial, death, resurrection and all that takes place around this - the deception and deceit, betrayal and the coming of a new Age for Christianity can be a lesson for us all. I do think it is particularly pertinent to people when they are...
Activity ideas for the over-60’s to banish loneliness and help you mentally.
Loneliness can cause you to become more introverted and reclusive and increases the problem. Staying active mentally and physically brings huge benefits for everyone and this means getting out and about. It is lovely to share experiences with others, indeed - for...
Where did the term “A Wake” come from?
Do you know where the term "a wake" came from? There are a few options. Lead cups were used to drink ale or whisky. The combination would sometimes knock the imbibers out for a couple of days. (Lead is poisonous but being a malleable metal was commonly used for...
Another top 5 green vegetables to keep you healthy
Here are another 5 top vegetables to include in your diet regularly. They will keep your gut and body healthy and cleansed - an essential part of good vitality. Use this in your regular meals, juice with them - it is surprisingly easy or use them when making...