Parents have a tough job. Raising a young child can be emotionally and physically tiring to say the least, but once a child hits the teen years, the task of being a parent becomes even harder. However, in order to
Parenting to Improve a Relationship
by Lori Sciame October 11th, 2024
Vegetarianism and Men
by Lori Sciame October 4th, 2024Working on a college campus exposes me to a lot of trends, including trends in diets. Currently, many young men on my campus claim to be vegetarians. This means that they eat a diet that consists mainly of vegetables. There are a few that take an even stricter stance and strive to be vegan, a person who does not eat any food that comes from an animal, such as eggs, cheese,
Is Happiness the Real Fountain of Youth?
by Joe Lawrence September 27th, 2024It has long been thought that being happy is good for the soul. Many even attribute the positive emotion to helping someone beat sickness more quickly as evident in the age old quote, "Laughter is the best medicine." However, it is becoming more and more evident that happiness can increase longevity and boost immune systems.
It goes without saying, those who are more positive
Myths Concerning Healthy Aging
by Kimberly Hays September 20th, 2024Read More
There are several myths about what happens as we age, and that certain things are inevitable. This is simply not true. As we celebrate each landmark birthday, we are becoming wiser, and we are constantly reinventing ourselves. We discover new joy in life by adjusting to changes, focus more on friendships and family, and have the time to give back to our community. The myths come from hyperbole
Nutrition & Your Exercise Regimen
by MPK September 13th, 2024
With a focus of Fall into Fitness this month, we've looked at various aspects of starting a new workout regimen and all of the benefits that it can offer. Another aspect of starting a new fitness program is the nutritional aspect. What exactly do you need to feed your body when you incorporate more exercise into your life?
Read MoreRelationships and Retirement
by Lori Sciame September 6th, 2024Read More
A few months ago, I wrote an article concerning my husband's retirement. I wondered how this major life change would affect our relationship. At the time, I felt unsure as to what aspects would change, but I instinctively knew that change was inevitable. In this update, I can report that we have survived the first two months.