9 Ways to Live Independently Longer

According to a survey by AARP, ¾ of adults want to remain in their homes as they age, but only 59% believe they’ll be able to do so. If you’re part of both of those groups, these tips will help you live independently, in your own home, longer. Stay Mentally Active Brain-stimulating games help preserve mental function. Just like your muscles need a workout, so does your brain. Crossword puzzles, Sudoku, and similar games are great ways to engage your…

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10 Ways to Simplify Your Life

Simplify Your Life Week is the first week of August. A lull in the summer season can provide a time for individuals to reflect and reset before the busyness of the fall. If you're like most people when the summer ends, you feel stressed, rushed, and crazed for at least a portion of the week due to an overbooked schedule or long workdays. Disorganization only adds to this. Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, which means we may…

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The Best Reason to Be Grateful All Year Long

This time of year, there’s a lot of focus on being thankful. And that’s a good thing! But what about the rest of the year? Science shows that gratitude and happiness are linked. The more grateful you are, the happier you are. Gratitude Benefits 1. Better relationships - Saying “thank you” is more than just good manners. When you thank someone you just met, they’re more likely to want to pursue a longer relationship with you. Whether it’s a quick…

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Happiness Resources: Finding Inner Peace

Discovering Inner Peace: Key Resources for Lasting Happiness In today's fast-paced world, where we are constantly connected, finding and maintaining happiness can be challenging. We’re committed to exploring various ways to enhance joy in our modern lives. We will explore the importance of spreading happiness, managing your time effectively, developing meaningful relationships, learning new things, and using meditation to manage stress. Share Your Happiness Interestingly, we sometimes shy away from sharing our happiest moments, worried they might somehow contrast…

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Affordable Care Act Myths & Truths

Open enrollment for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) begins in November. With the change in power in Washington DC, there’s a fair amount of confusion regarding the enrollment process, eligibility, and pricing. Thankfully for the millions of Americans who don’t receive health insurance through their employer, the ACA was not repealed. Instead, Trump slashed the advertising budget for the open enrollment period by 90%! The administration also halved the budget for trained professionals who assist people…

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