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Simple gestures can make a big difference for all of us. Everyone appreciates a kind word, a comforting hug, or a warm and simple smile. National Random Acts of Kindness is celebrated every February 17 to remind us that even simple gestures and actions can have an important, positive impact
A new year is always a great opportunity to start fresh and be inspired to set resolutions to improve your lifestyle and health. But sticking to them is a common issue we all face with our New Year’s resolutions. Want to maximize your chances of not giving up? These tips
Bodies sometimes lose their vigor with the passing of the years, but in emotional well-being, older people seem to rule supreme. Researchers have been studying how we handle and experience emotions as we age. Subjects like shifting moods, the sense of satisfaction, and outbursts of anger and sadness in people
Talk about making the grade! Mike Huss was once a student at Ione Elementary School in California. After graduating high school, Huss became one of the school’s janitors. And now? To everyone’s delight and surprise – not least of all his own – he recently became the school principal. Growing
Today’s generation of children will get to know Jane Goodall in a new way – with a Barbie doll of the pioneer and conservationist. Barbie dolls have been around since 1959. The Barbie Inspiring Women Series, one of their newest and most successful lines, puts iconic actresses, leaders, artists, and
It’s never too late to break bad habits and begin to take steps for a healthier lifestyle. True, the long-term effects of bad health habits are cumulative. On the other hand, each day with healthier lifestyle choices is one more step towards improved health and wellness. There’s are many ways
Retirement means different things to different people. A recent study asked retirees over the age of 60, “What is your single biggest challenge in retirement?” Money, of course, remains a concern. But surprisingly, the list’s top three positions didn’t include “Retirement Savings.” But retirement planning? That’s a different issue. Having
Like most bookstores, Rita Collins’s has shelves filled from floor-to-ceiling with books. The store has 600 volumes meticulously organized by genre, as well as plenty of overhead lighting and attractive carpeting. What sets this bookstore apart from most is that it has been to over 30 states and has traveled
Bad Posture While Using Your Device Can Injure Your Neck Do you have tension in your neck, shoulders, or even in your upper back? If so, you might be suffering from “Tech Neck”. Though it’s not an official medical diagnosis, “Tech Neck” is a term for a condition that can
You probably already know that having high cholesterol levels – especially “bad” LDL – is linked to an increased risk of heart disease and stroke. What you may not know is that your diet has a major effect on your cholesterol and other risk factors. What is LDL? LDL stands