Gardening for Brain Power

When we think of gardening, we think of beautiful flowers, delicious vegetables, fruits, and herbs. These items that are grown can be used for food, decoration, or medicinal use. Gardening is a fun and therapeutic activity that people of all ages can engage in. It is an exciting hobby and pastime that incorporates the perfect blend between physical exercise, nature, sunlight, and social interactions. Most importantly, gardening has numerous health benefits, such as boosting your brain power.

live your best lifeJennifer GoodDecember 13, 2022mental health, brain, cognitive skills, natureComment

Owning a Pet as an Older Adult

As people grow old, they may feel more and more isolated. Pets can be a good remedy to that loneliness. Comforting and uplifting, pets provide a unique type of companionship.

live your best lifeJennifer GoodNovember 8, 2022pets, mental healthComment

5 Films that Portray Mental Illness

Over the years, the media has slowly shifted the perspective on mental illness into a more accepting light. Current films no longer tend to seem as dramatized and overwhelming. Although many films still stigmatized mental illnesses, here are 5 films that portrayed individuals with mental illness in a humane way.

live your best lifeJennifer GoodOctober 17, 2022mental health, mental illness, films, cinema, mediaComment

The Challenges of Starting Therapy at an Older Age: It is Never Too Late

Starting therapy can be a challenge for anyone; starting therapy as an older adult is a whole other story. With one in four adults suffering from mental health disorders in the United States, therapy is more important than ever for combatting this statistic. Therefore, no one should disregard therapy on the basis of age: it is never too late.

live your best lifeJennifer GoodOctober 10, 2022therapy, mental health, aging, silent generation, challengesComment

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