Resolutions
Have you got a new resolution for the year? Let's examine what that means in a bit more detail shall we? Resolution rɛzəˈluːʃ(ə)n/ noun a firm decision to do or not to do something. "she kept her resolution not to see Anne any more" synonyms: intention, resolve,...
Christmas without you…
When someone dies – the first Christmas without them can be very difficult to deal with. Emotions are raw and the loss can feel heightened. Here are some ways to help.
What has to happen when someone dies?
2016 has been an emotional year for many people because, especially at the beginning of the year, many famous / celebrity people died. They represented the times of our lives - people who were the sound tracks to our lives, or the familiar face to the images / TV...
Have you got a copy of your medical history handy in case of an emergency?
Have you got a copy of your medical history handy in case of an emergency? This could SAVE YOUR LIFE!
What choices do you have as you get older?
Choice - it is one of the main attributes which perhaps separates us from many other animals. The ability to choose conceptual and practical things. Have you noticed that as people get older the choices that they make can change? Have you ever wondered why you choose...
Why do more seniors die around the Christmas period?
Have you noticed that the period shortly before, during and after Christmas / New Year seems to bring with it an increase in the mortality rate? Have you ever wondered why? Let's examine what is going on for many and why the risks of dying at this time of year are...
Why is Christmas a GOOD TIME to have difficult conversations with ageing parents
Christmas and the holidays can seem a crazy time to have difficult conversations with parents or grandparents who are getting older - but it really makes sense! Gayle explains why and how to do this without trepidation. Talking to your loved one about what may happen...
The Brain-boosting Benefits of Exercise
Sure, exercise gets the heart pumping, but did you know that just as exercise boosts cardiovascular health, it also promotes cerebral and mental health? When you exercise, there’s an increase in blood flow to the brain. The result is a boost in your cognitive...
What to do about Christmas?…managing expectations
There are so many expectations for this season to live up to! Many are quite unrealistic and therefore people will be upset and disappointed on some level or another. In many households the conversations about inviting relatives, especially senior ones, go something...