A few stories about life after 60. About memories and aging. Laughter and love. Tears and trials. What’s working, what’s not, and what we’ve learned along the way.
October brings a rhythm unlike any other month, as though we’re still following our old school calendar, despite being long past the morning hustle of book bags and lunch sacks. We fall in line with the changing season, one foot in the warmth of summer freedom, the other in anticipation of cooler, darker days. Wellbeing is ever evolving, mimicking annual seasons and seasons of life.
Read MoreI’ve been wondering what’s next, so I thought I’d invite you into my head as I take stock of my possibilities. Many of us that pivoted (who didn’t?) in the last few years are probably in the same boat, so maybe you can relate.
Read MoreTen years ago, I wrote an article on peanut butter as part of a series on label reading. A dietitian blasted me in the comments section. “You have no idea what you’re talking about! Peanut butter is always a good choice. Stay in your own lane.”
Read MoreHas beauty always been this simple? This rich? Maybe it’s the extra moments I’m afforded that allow it to saturate a wider swath of my soul. Maybe it’s the knowledge that I’ve inched my way into the third stage of life, where time matters far less and somehow much more.
Everything matters more today. As I settle into my new norm, I’m drawn back to the sweet salve of Utah’s expansive canyons a few weeks ago.
Read MoreIf you think your pant size determines your level of wellbeing, think again. While obesity is a key factor in physical health, it shouldn’t be confused with overall wellbeing. After all, how important is that garment tag if you’re anxious, lonely, and drifting in purposelessness? Perhaps it’s time we stop glamorizing the privileged, crafted version of health and find an equitable way to examine our true state of being.
Read MoreNothing says Happy New Year like a day on the water. In a kayak. At least that’s how we’ve rung in January 1 every year since my first kayak appeared under the Christmas tree in the late 90’s.
Read MoreIf you're too busy to follow all of the health news that's pumped out 24/7, let me spotlight two important pieces that affect your everyday wellbeing:
1) There’s more than one dimension of health. Wellbeing is a large synergistic cluster of health domains.
2) You are the center of the health model. Not a doctor, not an employer, not the soda industry marketing team.
Read MoreHow do we roll physical activity, community service, and social engagement into one fun-filled hour? Leave it to the St. Louis County Library, OASIS, the County Older Resident Program, and a team of volunteers to conduct a Walkability Audit, assessing county streets for pedestrian safety, particularly for older adults. On this day, we met at the Weber Road County library branch, and evaluated a 1 mile stretch of sidewalk,
Read MoreIs physical wellbeing really the foundation for optimizing all other dimensions of health, such as emotional, social, intellectual, financial, and spiritual health? It may be. I mean, if basic physical needs aren’t being met, it’s difficult for us to focus on other aspects of health. Can’t relate? That’s probably a good thing, because it means you’ve never wanted for food or shelter. While we’d like to have our faith and purpose serve as the foundation
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