Coping with heartbreaking grief
"When a community experiences a tragedy, as we in Concord have with the loss of three young people, it is a profound event."
Keeping Concord Connected
Aging Well: We grow kinder as we age
Recent research has found that very small acts of kindness have an unexpectedly large impact on the receiver.
Aging Well: Connecting with youth helps keep us engaged and joyful
Studies show that these connections improve our physical and mental health, and even lower our risk of depression.
Aging Well:
Overcoming the winter blues
Winter is cold. The weather challenges our bodies, especially older bodies like mine. The cold penetrates our bones no matter how many layers we put on.
Aging Well: Four keys to a rewarding life
Here are four pieces of advice I would like to have told my young self.
Aging Well: Staying grounded, hopeful, and functional in uncertain times
Our happiness depends on our attitude and how we handle the inevitable challenges we encounter.
Aging Well: Handling the stress of family holiday gatherings as we age
For those of us in our 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s, holidays are stressful, but the reasons why are often not recognized.
Aging Well: What’s too old?
Since turning 90 myself, plus being bombarded by all the media about what’s too old, my views have changed.
