As we enter the heart of winter in the northern hemisphere, and in my case, living in a four-season climate where each one can be experienced to the extreme, it’s time I explored the reality of cold weather on the mind and body—especially when we get older. Cold weather is more than just an inconvenienceContinue reading “The Chilling Truth: How Cold Weather Affects Us as We Age”
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The Connection Between Procrastination and Depression
With winter in these parts comes seasonal affective disorder for many, a sluggish feeling caused by a lack of consistent sunlight. Though it’s not as bad as it used to be, I deal with SAD but have learned to be proactive; what helps is a SAD light, mountains of vitamin D tablets, being grateful forContinue reading “The Connection Between Procrastination and Depression”
Point to Ponder – Part Two
Perhaps it’s because I grew up in an inevitably noisy environment with four siblings and a father who always, and I mean always, had to have the radio on in the middle of the house that I am sensitive to background noise. I can sit in a media room or an office with two hundredContinue reading “Point to Ponder – Part Two”
Points to Ponder – Part One
This is one of those entries where I cover various topics based on my observations of life. So, I will call it Point to Ponder – Part One. And away we go. Artificial Intelligence is a valuable tool, but I am already sick of Facebook entries written by AI or alleged photographs that are AI-createdContinue reading “Points to Ponder – Part One”
Losing Weight at 60: My Journey to a Healthier Me – Entry Two
Jeez, has it really been five months since I began and wrote about my journey to lose weight? The calendar says yes. It’s been an exciting yet challenging journey, and while I have lost only seventeen (17) pounds since I began, I feel better. I say only because I expected and hoped for double thatContinue reading “Losing Weight at 60: My Journey to a Healthier Me – Entry Two”
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Visiting Two Of My Pet Peeves
I sat with a friend the other day, and we got to talk about things that annoyed us. Now, we’re positive people for the most part, and maybe the rainy days were getting to us, but we compiled a few pet peeves that get under our skin. We limited them to five each to avoidContinue reading “Visiting Two Of My Pet Peeves”
Coping with Early Darkness in Winter
As the days grow shorter and winter settles in, the early onset of darkness can greatly impact our mental and physical well-being. For many – including me – the abrupt end of daylight in the late afternoon brings challenges ranging from disrupted routines to seasonal mood shifts. However, with intentional strategies, embracing this seasonal changeContinue reading “Coping with Early Darkness in Winter”
Treating People Well: The Golden Rule in Action
In our increasingly fast-paced world, where success is often measured by wealth, status, and influence, it can be easy to overlook the fundamental principle that binds us together as human beings: treating others with kindness, respect, and fairness, regardless of their station in life. This simple idea is encapsulated in the Golden Rule: “Do untoContinue reading “Treating People Well: The Golden Rule in Action”
The Perils of Procrastination and How to Overcome It
Procrastination is a common struggle affecting millions of people across various walks of life – and I’ve been guilty of it more times than I care to admit. That is, until now. From students postponing assignments to professionals delaying critical work tasks, procrastination can derail productivity, harm mental well-being, and prevent individuals from achieving theirContinue reading “The Perils of Procrastination and How to Overcome It”
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