Most of us see the holidays as such a happy time of year. From childhood, we have associated December with Santa, gifts, family, and magical feelings. As adults, we view the holiday season through the eyes of our own children, … Read More
Here we are, halfway through 2021. You may wish we didn't ask this question, but did you make resolutions this year? Maybe you'd prefer not to think about it. We understand. Here's a secret, though: it's not too late, even … Read More
Physical touch. Those words mean many things to many people. Some of us love to hug, while many introverts recoil at the thought. Regardless of your initial reaction to being touched, many overlook the importance of this basic human function. … Read More
It feels like this whole shelter-in-place thing has lasted forever, doesn't it? Students have now been out of school for the equivalent of an entire summer break. Here in central Virginia, summer has not actually even started! In fact, kids … Read More
Here in Virginia, we've been at home for well over a month. The last day of school for most schools was March 12 or 13, and students will not go back this year. In addition to the health and logistical … Read More
You can't go anywhere right now without hearing about the current COVID-19 pandemic, caused by the novel coronavirus. Really, you can't go anywhere. At all. Now that the governor has issued a stay at home order through June 10, we … Read More
What do you think of when someone talks about being present? You may picture a box with a bow on it, but that's not the kind of present we mean. This kind of present means being in the moment... really … Read More
During retirement, it’s easily to become isolated. You don’t have the structure of a job and as many reasons for leaving the house. In fact, a recent University of North Carolina study found that 43 percent of seniors surveyed felt … Read More
Alzheimer’s is a growing problem in the United States. According to Centers for Disease Control, deaths associated with the disease grew 55% between 1999 and 2014. Over five million people above the age of 65 have been diagnosed with the … Read More
The New York Times recently declared that the “next frontier is inside your brain.” Scientists have made huge advancements is brain science over the last few years, and they are making more discoveries every day. As we age, it becomes … Read More