First dates can be awkward. You're each trying to make a great first impression, but deciding on whether there will be a date number two depends on what you learn about each other. As older folks, we don't want to waste time with people who do not make us happy. I am a bit on … Continue reading 12 Perfect First Date Questions for Older Folks
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Acts of Kindness
Welcome to my little experiment . Have you ever wondered if an act of kindness you committed really made a difference to someone? I know I have. I hope that buying someone's coffee or paying an honest compliment to someone will help them have a better day. Maybe bring a smile. Plus, doing something kind … Continue reading Acts of Kindness
5 Ways To Rewire Your Brain For Meaningful Life Changes
Written by:Hilary Stokes, PHD, LCSW Neuroscientists have discovered the strategy for rewiring the brain. Contrary to popular approaches, this strategy involves more than just positive thinking or working hard. In fact, there are five pathways that must be activated in order to create new neural networks in the brain. Let’s explore a few principles from … Continue reading 5 Ways To Rewire Your Brain For Meaningful Life Changes
No One Fights Alone
Pam and some of her biggest supporters! In this time of craziness, how we celebrate a milestone or honor a friend or show support to a family member, can look a little different than it used to. I was invited to one of these very special gatherings today honoring Pam Richey. Pam was recently diagnosed … Continue reading No One Fights Alone
Bringing Hope to Southern Indiana
Staff and Volunteers What started as the Interfaith Community Council way back in 1964, was a collaboration of four New Albany Churches that wanted to provide constructive, after school activities for it's youth. Today it is known as Hope Southern Indiana (HSI) with a variety of programs meeting the needs of the community. Those include … Continue reading Bringing Hope to Southern Indiana
The Beginning
bliss-fuladjectiveliving in perfect happiness or great joy This past year has been a whirlwind of changes. After a particularly rough patch, I fell into a depression. The things I enjoyed most were no longer joyful. I was sleep walking though my days. I just didn't feel like I had the right to be happy. Since … Continue reading The Beginning