Many people believe that humans need less sleep as we age, but the reality is more nuanced. While it’s true that sleep patterns change with age — resulting in lighter sleep and more frequent awakenings — older adults still need roughly the same amount of sleep as younger adults. … [Read more...] about Get Great Sleep At Any Age
Positive Mental Thinking
Feel Good By Listening To Music – Let The Music Play!
Music has the ability to stir our emotions and awaken deep memories. Have you ever noticed that listening to your favorite song, singing in the shower, or drumming along on the dashboard just makes you feel good? Research shows that listening to music can give you a positive … [Read more...] about Feel Good By Listening To Music – Let The Music Play!
Create A Ripple
We asked writers and friends of Today's Transitions to share about a kindness that caused a wave of impact in their lives. Hope Through SharingAbout six months after my daughter was born in 2004, I stumbled into a severe period of depression and anxiety. I wasn’t eating; I … [Read more...] about Create A Ripple
How To Find Joy. Life Is Not Meant To Be Endured
As a minister, I have the privilege to officiate some 50 weddings a year. I see the joy in lovers’ eyes as I meet with them to plan their ceremony and as they pledge their love to one another. As a hospice chaplain, I have the privilege to celebrate many funeral services. I … [Read more...] about How To Find Joy. Life Is Not Meant To Be Endured
Sharing A Home – Preparing For When Family Moves In (part 1 of 2).
“Son, We’re Moving In!” Alzheimer’s disease. Stroke. Financial incident. Car accident. Surgery. Loneliness. Heart attack. There are many reasons you might move in with your parents or in-laws, or why they may move in with you. It is not a simple choice and there are some … [Read more...] about Sharing A Home – Preparing For When Family Moves In (part 1 of 2).