Featuring our SuperAging News Network partner, Barb Desmarais, host of the popular podcast series: “What’s Next: Conversations With Boomers.” Vancouver-based Barb Desmarais, a Boomer herself, offers a series of engaging conversations with Boomers on a wide range of topics, from health to finance to fitness to relationships and more. We first met Barb when we […]
In a world overflowing with messages about self-care, it’s easy to believe that a few moments of pampering or indulgence are enough to restore balance. While temporary feel-good activities—like a bubble bath or a treat—can offer short-term relief, true wellness begins with a deeper commitment: self-respect. Audio Version On a recent episode of the Be […]
My colleague, Einav Avni, is brilliant. I have watched her powerful work for over a year now with our program the AME for Greatness Project. She really has a great way to share how we get stuck in our lives. If this recording resonates with you, consider how our program can help you to get […]
The AME for Greatness Project – June 20 Gathering For many people living with chronic health conditions, asking for help—or even receiving it—can feel like a monumental challenge. The AME for Greatness Project is diving deep into this topic during our next group gathering on Friday, June 20, where we will explore the subtle and […]
When Kim Kardashian paid a fine in 2022 for promoting a crypto token without revealing she was paid for it, and Matt Damon told us that “fortune favours the brave,” in a crypto currency ad, it became clear that crypto had crossed over into pop culture. But beneath the celebrity sheen and Super Bowl ads, […]
Many dog owners wonder whether they share similarities with their dogs, including characteristics like a calm temperament, a sociable personality or even a bit of stubbornness. The idea that people and dogs resemble each other is not just a joke. In fact, some researchers have explored this question. As a clinician and researcher who has […]
Moving is an incredible cure for so many physical and psychological ailments. It is imperative we move, but it’s also important that we move correctly to avoid pain and/or injury. In the world of ergonomics, there is a saying. ‘The perfect position is the next position’. Meaning, always change the position your body is in […]
Despite the popularity of semaglutide drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss, surveys suggest that most people still prefer to lose weight without using medications. For those preferring a drug-free approach to weight loss, research shows that certain nutrients and dietary strategies can naturally mimic the effects of semaglutides. Increased intakes of fiber and […]
The growing proliferation of AI-powered chat bots has led to debates around their social roles as friend, companion or work assistant. And they’re growing increasingly more sophisticated. The role-playing platform Character AI promises personal and creative engagement through conversations with its bot characters. There have also been some negative outcomes: currently, Character.ai is facing a […]
Recently, while watching an episode of Queer Eye, I was struck by a phrase Jonathan Van Ness (JVN) used: “Crop failure.” It’s a term his teacher once shared with him, and it resonated deeply. The idea is simple but profound: *When you plant negative seeds with your thoughts and self-talk, you’re setting yourself up for […]
