How a Positive Attitude Can Help You Live a Better Life
For thousands of years, philosophers and scientists have preached the many benefits of maintaining a positive attitude. When we talk about a positive attitude, it doesn’t mean you have to be joyful all of the time no matter the circumstances. If anything, that would mean ignoring reality and could actually be unhealthy. Instead, a healthy […]
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Keeping Active As We Age
As we age, our bodies change and so do our interests. Keeping yourself healthy and helping your body age into new years can be a conscious effort, but thankfully there are lots of ways to do so. Things like eating healthy, exercising regularly, and not smoking are a few very key factors in the overall […]
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Types of Wild Birds in Michigan
One of the most relaxing, educational, and fun activities to do when the weather gets nice is bird watching. It’s great because the whole family can enjoy it, especially in a state like Michigan, where there are lots of different species to look for, it’s fun all day! While there are lots of places in […]
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Participating in Activities You Enjoy
As we age, our bodies change and so do our interests. Keeping yourself healthy and helping your body age into new years can be a conscious effort, but thankfully there are lots of ways to do so. Things like eating healthy, exercising regularly, and not smoking are a few very key factors in the […]
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Gardening Tips for Spring 2021
Spring is here and summer isn’t too far behind, which means it’s time to give some love to those gardens. Through the colder months, our gardens go through a lot, but giving them some extra love and planting new life will make them look good as new. Gardening is a great, low-intensity way to […]
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Gifts for Mom on Mother’s Day
Setting aside one whole day to celebrate our moms just doesn’t seem like enough does it? Mothers and mother figures are so important in making the world go round, and sometimes finding the right gift for them can be hard. In general, giving mom a little peace and quiet maybe just be enough, but in […]
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Good Habits for Spring 2021
The winter blues are a very real thing, but thankfully spring is finally here to stay. The temperatures are warming up, the plants are blooming, and it’s finally time to enjoy some time in nature again. A lot of people experience sadness, anxiety, and depression in the winter months because there is less sun, less […]
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The Beauty of Spring for our residence (Being outside, gardening, crafts, and snacks)
Spring is here, and it’s one of the most beautiful times of the year. Everything is blooming after a cold winter, and with warmer weather, it’s great to enjoy some time outdoors. Winter is a hard season for a lot of people. Spring is such a nice breath of fresh air, and there’s lots of […]
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The Importance of Socialization and When It’s Time to Seek Care
What’s your favorite way to keep your mind healthy and sharp? Maybe you like reading, or crossword puzzles, or maybe you enjoy a boost with exercise. As we age, it becomes more and more important to keep our minds and bodies working the best we can. Obviously, sometimes our bodies suffer in ways we cannot […]
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The Importance of Socialization for Senior Citizens and When to Know it’s Time for Assisted Living
As people get older, it’s important that the mind stays active, and being social is a great way to do that. In the past year, it has become even more evident just how important the people and interactions we have in our lives are. Being alone or inactive can be extremely taxing on the mind […]
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