Thinks I find along the way
If you focus on these seven areas of your life most days (if not every day), you will feel better for it! Source: 7 Pillars of Mental Health: How to Feel Your Best (Almost) Every Day – Tiny Buddha
Subjective age, the age individuals perceive themselves to be, has a profound impact on their overall well-being. Research indicates that most people feel either younger or older than their actual chronological age, and this perception can significantly influence their physical and mental health. Those who feel younger than their true age tend to exhibit better cognitive function, physical mobility, and overall vitality, while individuals who feel older may experience greater health challenges and cognitive decline. This discrepancy between subjective and chronological age underscores the complex interplay between mind and body, highlighting the importance of addressing not only the biological aspects of aging, but also the subjective experiences that shape individuals’ perceptions of their own age and its implications for their well-being. These insights prompt a deeper exploration of the factors contributing to subjective age and its potential implications for interventions aimed at promoting healthy aging.
“Most people feel younger or older than they really are – and this ‘subjective age’ has a big effect on their physical and mental health.” Source: The age you feel means more than your actual birthdate
Therapeutic pathways to transform the inner critic. Source: Taming the Critic Within
Holiday times in particular often derail the best of intentions. Source: 6 Ways to Avoid All-or-None Thinking About Your Health Habits
Exercise and socializing in old age have a protective effect on a part of the brain that plays a central role in memory. Source: Exercise and socializing keep aging brains healthy
Can we use the lessons we learned to create a brighter future? Source: The Dark Days of the Pandemic Are Behind Us
Be aware of wanting inside your own mind. Source: Look for Pleasant Things or Avoid Unpleasant Things
You are the author – what story are you telling? Source: Narratives and Resilience
“This is the entire essence of life: Who are you? What are you?” So wrote young Leo Tolstoy in his diary of moral development. Bruce Lee (November 27, 1940–July 20, 1973) was around Tolstoy’s age when he turned to this central question of existence more than a century later and approached it with the same subtleness of insight and sincerity of spirit with which he approached all of life. Source: Bruce Lee’s Never Before Revealed Letters to Himself About Authenticity, Personal Development, and the Measure of Success
‘Tis the season to be jolly, but for some it can be particularly painful. Source: Season’s Grievings
The holiday season means more potential interactions with toxic people. Source: Navigating Toxic Relationships During the Holidays
“It is often those moments you feel least connected that you are actually making your greatest progress. The chaos around you is an invitation to pause, reflect, and grow. You are more than equipped to deal with this. If you weren’t, you wouldn’t be here.” ~Benjamin P Hardy
Source: How Your Worst Days Can Shape Your Best Self – Tiny Buddha
The challenges of anxiety for our closest connections. Source: Navigating Anxiety in Relationships
“Alcohol can upset the balance of other neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, which govern our mood. Because of these effects, we may experience feelings of depression, anxiety, or even full-blown panic after the episode of drinking has ended.”
Uma Naidoo, MD, Harvard-trained nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, and nutritional biologist
Don’t worry: You don’t need to go cold turkey on them but they should be avoided if at possible (and it’s possible!). Source: 3 Beverages a Nutritional Psychiatrist Says Can Immediately Exacerbate Stress and Anxiety Levels
Hint: It’s not really a food at all — it’s sugar! Source: The Number-One Worst Food for Your Brain
Do suicide rates increase during the holiday season? Debra Stang uses statistics to reveal this is a myth, not the reality. Source: Suicide and the Holidays – Alliance of Hope
A personal perspective: Reframe holidays as opportunities to reset your life. Source: Love Them or Hate Them, the Holidays Are Coming
Silent walking isn’t just a physical activity; it’s a transformative experience. Source: 2 Mental Health Benefits of ‘Silent Walking’
It turns out that regular walking has tremendous health benefits for the average person. According to a 2023 study, 30–45 minutes of walking five times a week, added to what you normally do in a day, substantially reduces the risk of premature death from all diseases, not to mention improving the immune system and mental health. Source: How I Got Myself to Exercise | Psychology Today
Netflix’s ‘Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones’ explores the lifestyles of the centenarians. Source: Don’t Live in a Blue Zone? Here Are Six Ways to Live Like You Do
View a collection of the most relevant statistics and data on loneliness and isolation by country, demographic, and life circumstances. Source: Loneliness Statistics (2023): By Country, Demographics & More
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