What happens to us as we age may be mostly out of our own control, yet how we respond to the process of aging can make a tremendous difference! How we think and move have a direct impact on how we feel and function in our daily lives.

We can choose to thrive as we get older, guided by some simple insights about how our mindset impacts us. Taking simple steps about the language we use can help flourish in our later years.
We Are Connected Beings
We always do what we think, because our cognitive system is connected to our muscular system. In the early 1900’s F.M. Alexa…

As we journey through life, the sands of time steadily shift beneath our feet. Aging is an inevitable process, a path we all walk down. But how we age — whether we simply endure or truly embrace it— largely depends on the steps we take and habits we cement as we continue down our path.

Aging doesn’t have to mean diminishing. With the proper practices in place, it can be a time of profound growth, abundant health, and increased independence. We’ll delve into specific habits that help us navigate the aging process with resilience and empower us to live out our later …

When you are ready to begin counseling, you’ll want to start as soon as possible. However, the process of finding the right therapist can feel  daunting. Where do you begin? There are so many factors to consider. If you approach this choice systematically, you can make an informed decision. This can lead to you getting scheduled with a great-fit therapist sooner!

To begin with, you will want to narrow your search down by cost, accessibility, approach, and comfort level. Then you can  schedule an initial session to further assess for fit. Your search will begin either w…

“Summer afternoon—summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language.” Quote from Henry James, American Novelist.
Summer is a wonderful time to enjoy the outdoors, explore new places, and learn new things. Whether you are retired, semi-retired, or still working, there are many different things you can do in the summertime for fun, entertainment, learning, and filling your bucket list with new experiences.

Three Fun Ideas for Summer
1. Take a road trip
You don’t need to go far to have an adventure. You can visit nearby…

The day has finally come – your spouse just retired!  You love them dearly and they are used to running things, being the boss, and having staff take care of things as directed.

You retired a while ago or didn’t work outside the home, and you’ve created routines and a structure to your life that is fulfilling – managing the household, exercising, watching the grandkids, taking classes, serving on Boards, volunteering, belonging to organizations, socializing.

Suddenly, your partner is around ALL the time, is at a loss, and looks to you to fill in the gaps.  Wha…