Consolidate your investment portfolio, advises Certified Financial Planner David Luke. “The most valuable assets we have are our health and our time.” By Kathy Penner For many of us, our first experience with saving money involves stashing our allowance or chore money into a piggy bank. Later on, we open our first savings account and learn what earning interest means. …
Messy spaces leave us feeling anxious, helpless, and overwhelmed, says Dr. Sherrie Bourg Carter. But to tackle that mess, you may need a little help. By Kathy Penner Is the sheer volume of things you’ve accumulated over time causing you more stress than comfort? You’re not alone. As Dr. Sherrie Bourg Carter says in Psychology Today, “Messy spaces leave us …
Games are a great way for players of all ages to boost mood, strengthen bonds, and improve cognitive strength By Kathy Penner It’s not easy for different generations to find mutually interesting topics of conversation. Family visits can be awkward or boring, reducing the likelihood of more frequent get-togethers. The good news is that board games not only entertain people …
Recording your life story can prove a rewarding activity that also leaves a precious legacy for future generations By Kathy Penner It’s often only after a parent dies that their children realize how little they really knew mom or dad. Parents tell their kids stories about their life’s big moments, but don’t always share the more personal stories that give …
Simple, sincere condolences can mean everything to someone grieving a loss By Kathy Penner Many of us don’t always know what to say to someone who is grieving. We may even avoid someone experiencing a loss because we’re worried about saying something wrong. However, even an imperfect expression of caring is appreciated, while not acknowledging someone’s loss can be hurtful. …
Setting up a Power of Attorney protects you and your loved ones from financial incompetence or abuse By Kathy Penner You’ve drawn up a will. You may also have a healthcare directive, or living will. Such documents bring you peace of mind, knowing that your family, executor, healthcare providers and others are clear on your wishes. Yet relatively few people set …
Things you may not know about the human body according to Health.com. Rinsing your nose with salt water can help keep you healthy and ward off allergy symptoms. Dogs can smell cancer and low blood sugar. People who enter their home through a door near the kitchen tend to eat 15% more than those who use the front door. You’re …