These past few months have become very challenging for many of us. But, of course, we've learned a lot, as well, too. Although there were apparent pressures, involving especially our health and family members, many of us have thrived. For some individuals, they have chosen to take advantage of the lockdown by communicating more with their kids or grandchildren. While … [Read more...]
How Owning a Pet Can Keep You Happy and Healthy
One of the many joys in life is owning a pet. In fact, so many people believe so that the American Pet Products Association reports that around 67% of U.S. households include at least one pet, which means there are well over 160 million pets in this country. Of course, it's not hard to see why. Pets, small and big, offer a number of positive benefits to a person’s day-to-day … [Read more...]
Solace at a Los Angeles Duck Pond and Reflections of a City Under Siege
The first six months of 2020 has been extremely rough for me. Sometimes It’s hard to write because it hasn’t let up. I find myself looking for solace, mostly in nature, because it’s healing. Many others feel the same way. My summary of the last few months I lost my partner in early February to cancer. Immediately afterward, Los Angeles was put on lockdown because of … [Read more...]
Creating Healthy Change When You’re Stuck at Home
Due to the recent Coronavirus pandemic, many people have found themselves under some kind of “stay at home” order. In the United States, over 200 million people have had to remain under some type of lockdown for weeks. For others, being stuck at home due to COVID-19 may not feel like such a big change, especially if you have health conditions or other underlying factors that … [Read more...]
Is Isolation Making it Hard to Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle?
For active boomers, this lockdown can feel downright stifling. Unable to leave the house and visit friends, go running in parks, or go to the gym, it can feel like all your hard work for fitness has gone out the window. But it is possible to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle in self-isolation. Read on to discover how. Lean on free resources to maintain your … [Read more...]
