Elizabeth Gilbert sums up the quest for happiness in her book Eat, Pray, Love. “People tend to think that happiness is a stroke of luck, something that will descend like fine weather if you’re fortunate,” she writes. “But happiness is the result of personal effort. You fight for it, strive for it, insist upon it, …
Walking Tips for Seniors
When you’re young, it’s easy to take the ability to walk without a care for granted. And when you’re older, it’s easy to feel frustrated with your slow legs and tired feet. However, think about how many miles your body has carried you over the years. It’s pretty incredible how durable our bodies are, but unfortunately, stiff …
Natural Ways to Lower Blood Pressure
If you’ve recently been diagnosed with high blood pressure or are tired of managing your hypertension with medications, you’ll be pleased to learn that there are many natural ways to lower blood pressure. In fact, simple lifestyle changes like exercising and eating a healthful diet can help you manage and lower your blood pressure.
…How to Stop Snoring
Do you snore? You’re in good company – 37 million Americans snore on a regular basis (source). And if you’re a snorer, there’s a good chance someone has told you about it (or complained about it) at some point in your life, whether a spouse, a roommate, a sibling, or a parent. Although you might …
Parks and Trails in Little Canada
Hiking has been around for centuries. What was once an act of survival for early humans became a leisurely pastime for the wealthy in the Romantic Era. Now fast forward to modern day. According to the EPA, the average American currently spends 90 percent of their time inside. How unfortunate! The EPA also reports that indoor …
The Benefits of Lifelong Learning
There’s a strong tendency to divide a person’s life into three stages: their school days, their working years, and their retirement. While formal educational opportunities might be more readily available during that first phase of life, the ability to seek out knowledge and learn new things doesn’t come with an expiration date. This is extremely …
What Makes People Happy
Good news! Research shows that there isn’t an elusive, complicated secret to finding happiness. Instead, there are numerous sources of joy in life. Whether you dedicate yourself to volunteer work that benefits others, or you surround yourself with friends and family – or even just a beloved four-legged friend – happiness won’t be far off. …
Safe Driving for Seniors
American roads can be unfriendly places, so it’s hardly surprising that many adult children worry about how their parents are faring behind the wheel. Ultimately, age alone is no reason to assume someone isn’t a capable driver. Instead, if you’re wondering if someone you love should still be in the driver’s seat, learn about the …
Things to Do in Maplewood
Maplewood, Minnesota, gives its residents the best of both worlds: You can get the experience of living in a charming, not-too-small town (with a population of a little more than 40,000) while also enjoying the perks of a larger city. After all, Maplewood is just a ten-minute drive from downtown St. Paul, which is known …
Home Safety Products for Seniors
While growing older is something to celebrate, it can come with challenges that make daily tasks more difficult. However, maintaining an independent lifestyle can sometimes be achieved with home safety products for seniors. If someone you love is feeling unsafe or uncomfortable at home, we’ve compiled a list of products that will assist them throughout …
