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Menopause, Hot Flashes and Brain Fog
Jokes about menopause often get a laugh. But the truth is, if you’re a woman of a certain age, hot flashes and memory issues aren’t very funny. It’s comforting to know that researchers are taking this seriously. Although it’s a small study and needs to be replicated, new findings indicate that menopausal memory lapses are normal. According to the results of a recent study from the University of Illinois and Northwestern University, concerns about memory are not a figment of a woman’s imagination. Subjects who reported difficulties with memory did not … Continue reading
Posted in stress, well-being, your self
Tagged Alzheimer's, cognitive tests, concentration, dementia, depression, family history, hot flashes, memory loss, menopause, negative emotions, remembering
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Have Some ‘Catch-up’ with Your Sandwich Generation
July is Sandwich Generation month. According to a 2011 report from the Pew Research center, 30 million Americans are unpaid care-givers for their aging parents. And many of them are still raising children or supporting a boomerang kid. Photo courtesy of social media arts – flickr.com If you’re a member of the Sandwich Generation, you know that there’s a lot to chew on. When your secretary says there’s a nurse on the line, do you wonder if it’s the school or the cardiac care unit? It can be a struggle when you’re worried about your children, … Continue reading
Finding Peace of Mind
Want to experience a sacred space in your hectic daily life? If technology now has the upper hand, begin to disconnect and find moments of mental tranquility. What follows are some tips on how to decrease your stress. Begin to journal. Unplug your electronic devices, pick up a pen and start to write. Putting thoughts out of your mind and onto paper gets rid of the noise in your head. By not censoring yourself, you can tap into your unconscious. Writing is cathartic and allows you to release pent up feelings. It’s a great process to help … Continue reading
One in Three Teens will be in an Abusive Relationship
Rihanna is young, talented, and at the top of the musical charts. She’s also a potential example for our youth. But first she has to heal herself. Oprah Winfrey suggested that Rihanna give it some time and get counseling. What follows are ideas that she could take to heart for herself – and as a spokeswoman for all of the young women and men who look up to her. Take a step back and take care of yourself. You deserve time alone. And the chance to be safe – physically … Continue reading
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Tagged abuse, core values, negative emotions, Oprah Winfrey, Rihanna, Sandwich Generation, teenagers
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