At 69, Don hadn’t touched his toes in years. In fact, he’d given up on most physical activities after a knee replacement two years earlier left him feeling unsteady and self-conscious about his mobility. But when his daughter suggested he try a gentle senior yoga class at the community center, Don was skeptical. “I’m not […]
Mina, 73, thought meditation was for monks and movie stars. “I’m too old to sit pretzel-style on the floor,” she told her doctor when he suggested meditation for her increasing anxiety. “Besides, my mind never stops racing, there’s no way I could meditate.” But when her sleep problems worsened and her blood pressure continued to […]
Ed, 80, used to say, “I’ve been through worse.” A Vietnam war veteran who had survived combat, raised five children, and worked two jobs to support his family, Ed prided himself on his resilience. But when his wife of 55 years passed away, and his days stretched endlessly without her comforting presence, he realized he […]
Ed, 80, used to say, “I’ve been through worse.” A Vietnam war veteran who had survived combat, raised five children, and worked two jobs to support his family, Ed prided himself on his resilience. But when his wife of 55 years passed away, and his days stretched endlessly without her comforting presence, he realized he […]
Margaret, 76, always prided herself on being a good friend and listener. But lately, even a short phone call left her drained. “I just don’t have the energy to deal with anyone,” she confessed to her daughter. Her friends began to notice that Margaret was withdrawing from their weekly coffee dates and seemed distant during […]
At 72, Marion never expected to feel so overwhelmed. A retired teacher, she once prided herself on her calm demeanor and ability to adapt to change. But with rising grocery prices stretching her fixed income, concerns about her daughter’s divorce, and the constant stream of troubling news, Marion found herself unable to sleep and quick […]
Summer time and the living is easy, or it should be but for many of my friends and neighbours life is not easy. People are under great stress and many seniors do not know or do not remember how to overcome and deal with the stress of life. So, I have over the next few […]
Death. The ultimate buzzkill. It’s like, one minute you’re sipping margaritas with your BFF, and the next, you’re sobbing uncontrollably because they’re no longer with you. Yeah, it’s a real party pooper. Death is a natural part of life, and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. So, instead of trying to avoid it or pretend […]
There are a few different approaches you could take to relax and not take everything so seriously: Find healthy ways to cope with stress. Activities like exercising, spending time outdoors, practicing mindfulness or meditation, or talking to a therapist or trusted friend can help. Prioritize tasks. If you are feeling overwhelmed by the number of […]
