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No Habit Narrowing in 2026!

No Habit Narrowing in 2026!

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Our daily habits quietly shape how wide—or how small—our world is.  The good news is that small changes can reopen doors to energy, confidence, and connection. The good news is that small changes can reopen doors to energy, confidence, and connection. Expanding habits doesn’t require big risks—just gentle steps toward variety and engagement. Keeping life wide keeps the brain active, the body moving, and purpose alive. A fuller life begins with one new step, one new choice, one new experience.

Cognitive Gas: Refueling

Cognitive Gas: Refueling

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Social events— holidays, family gatherings—can be overwhelming.  Everyone’s brain must work much harder to function. When you add noise, movement, bright lights, and crowds, the brain can’t sort all the incoming information. This leads to sensory overload, also called cognitive fatigue. Imagine your brain is a fuel tank: every sound, light, movement, decision, or conversation can use more fuel than it used to. Social events drain that tank quickly. Often scary for the cognitive impaired. When the brain runs low…

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The Book List

The Book List

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If you are looking for some interesting reading, as gifts this season, you may find it in the list below. Here is HealthShare’s book list supporting our website, HealthShare (scclhs.com), hypothesis. It is shaped to your interest in developing your HealthSpan for healthy aging.    Healthy Aging & Longevity Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender: Dr. David R. Hawkins. The book teaches a simple method called the Letting Go Technique, which helps you release: Stress, Fear, Anger. Grief, Past hurts…

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 Refill Before Giving: Caregiver Strength

 Refill Before Giving: Caregiver Strength

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Make yourself a priority during this holiday season. Your well-being is not optional — it is a vital part of your care plan. A strong caregiver is rested, supported, and healthy. Taking care of yourself is the most important thing you can do for both of you. • Schedule real breaks: Block time on your calendar for rest, even short 10–15 minute resets. Ask family, friends, or respite services to take over when you need relief — and accept the…

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NOPES LIST

NOPES LIST

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One of the most powerful tools for staying steady through the holiday season is a simple one: a list of your “NOPES.” These are the tasks, events, and expectations you are choosing not to take on. Those who struggle with holiday overwhelm often find that their calm doesn’t come from adding more—it comes from deciding what to release. Start by noticing what drains you. Think back to past Decembers: What left you exhausted? What raised your stress? Long shopping trips?…

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Adaptability a Critical Skill!

Adaptability a Critical Skill!

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Adaptability—the ability to adjust to life’s changes—is a cornerstone of healthy aging. As we grow older, change is inevitable: retirement, health issues, loss, and new technology all reshape daily life. How we respond makes the difference between staying engaged and slowly becoming isolated—a risk that can seriously affect both physical and brain health. Isolation is a Health RiskSocial isolation is more than loneliness—it’s a health risk. Studies show that chronic isolation increases the risk of depression, heart disease, and often…

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Nutrition and Hydration for Brain and Mental Health

Nutrition and Hydration for Brain and Mental Health

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Good nutrition and hydration keep your body, mind and brain strong. Realize, that what you eat and drink directly affects mood, focus, and memory. Smart Nutrition Stay Hydrated Drink water, 1 ounce per ½ your body weight daily,  as dehydration affects focus and mood. Add lemon, cucumber, or mint for flavor. Keeping your body, mind, and brain well-nourished and hydrated helps you think clearly, feel balanced, and stay energized. Every healthy bite and sip supports better focus, sharper memory, and…

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Enough?

Enough?

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At this stage of our lives, “enough” isn’t about settling—it’s about freeing yourself from what no longer serves you. To feel like you have enough, you don’t need to add more.  You need to LET GO. Start by letting go of comparison. You’ve lived through decades of changes, adaptations, triumphs, and losses. Comparing your life, health, or finances to others steals peace. Each person’s path has its own rhythm. Remind yourself: “I trust the road I’ve traveled—it’s uniquely mine.” Let…

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Importance of Protein

Importance of Protein

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Protein is the essential nutrient in our diets, according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. and American Dietetic Association’s both recommend 0.036 grams of protein per pound of body weight. EAT HEALTHY to BE HEALTHY

Just Do, Not Be

Just Do, Not Be

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Loneliness is the feeling of being alone, even if people are around. Isolation is the physical state of being separated from others, often with little or no social contact. You can feel lonely in a crowd or be isolated without feeling lonely. Both are harm health, but they’re not always the same experience. Loneliness and isolation will seriously impact your health and happiness. As we get older, big life changes—like moving, losing a spouse, or dealing with health issues—will lead…

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