Happy Friday! The weekend is officially here, and before we dive in, I want to play a quick game.
It's easy to focus on the challenges of the week, so let's take a moment to celebrate the wins, big or small.
Tell us: What was the best thing about your week? Share your answer in the comments below! I'm so excited to hear your good news.
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Participating in social activities has been tied to a variety of positive health effects. However, what if you do not feel at ease while you are in the company of other people?
You've probably heard it a million times: socializing is good for you. Experts are constantly telling us that an active social life is like a superfood for our brain and body, helping to lower the risk of everything from chronic diseases to dementia.
But what if you're an introvert? What if the idea of a big party makes you want to pull the covers over your head and hide? Trust me, I get it. The pressure to be "social" can feel overwhelming.
But here’s the good news: you don't have to be the life of the party to reap the benefits. It turns out, even small moments of connection can make a huge difference.
Volunteering in your community and having lunch with a buddy are both more than just fun things to do. They are great ways to connect with other people, keep your mind active, and help prevent dementia. But for how long? The January 2025 issue of Alzheimer's and Dementia had a study that tried to find out. The study monitored roughly 2,000 persons who did not have dementia for about seven years. The average age of the participants was 80. Every year, participants had their health and cognitive abilities checked and were were told how often they had done things like visiting friends, going to restaurants, and volunteering. About a third of the people who took part in the study got either dementia or mild cognitive impairment, which is the stage before dementia. The participants who were least socially active got that diagnosis roughly five years before the ones who were most socially active. The study is observational and cannot establish causation. But being social makes you feel good and helps you feel less lonely and alone, which are two things that can lead to numerous chronic diseases and even early death.
Ah, Scotland in autumn. The landscape turns into a blazing kaleidoscope of reds, oranges, and golds during this magical period. The air gets cooler, the summer crowds thin out, and the idea of a warm pub with a crackling fire becomes real.
As someone who hates being caught off guard when I travel, I've found that getting ready for a trip to Scotland in the fall is really important. The weather here is like a person—moody, unpredictable, and able to give you all four seasons in one day. But if you plan ahead, you'll be ready for everything the Scottish weather throws your way. This guide is my whole, no-surprises-for-you book, carefully written for all kinds of travelers.
A caregiver is someone who takes care of most or all of the needs of a loved one or friend who can't take care of themselves anymore because they are sick, old, or disabled. Caregivers support their loved ones in many different places, like at home, in the hospital, on visits to nursing homes, and sometimes even from a distance.
Avoiding caregiver burnout: you don’t have to carry this alone
Caring for someone you love can be deeply meaningful, but it can also weigh heavily on you physically, emotionally, and financially. Even if you are the main caregiver, you don’t have to shoulder everything by yourself. Support comes in many forms, and the truth is this: the more you care for yourself, the better you will be able to care for your loved one.
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