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- How To Raise Your Testosterone Levels Through The Roof With The Endocrine Diet - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2011 from Plato PowersIt's no secret that back in the day men had much higher testosterone levels then they do today. There simply had to be something that motivated men to hack their way through the wilderness, and assemble a civilization. If one is a fan of old photographs, it is not uncommon to find snapshots of ...
Views: 26281(2 votes) - How Do You Know When It's Time To Retire? - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Ann HarrisonHow do you know when it's time to retire? Try some of the following on for size... 1. Work has begun to interfere with all the many other things you want to do - fitting them all into weekends and holidays is becoming more impossible or unpalatable. 2. Life just seems too short to carry ...
Views: 13552 - ***Too Old for Love? Over 50 and Starting Over - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from Boomer Living...Like a fine wine, life and love can become more wonderful because of, not in spite of, aging. Recently, I met a woman with an interesting story. It seems that she and her husband have been separated for many years. They went through almost all of the steps of divorce: filing the petition, ...
Views: 9923(1 vote) - Drinking Only Alkaline Water Can Heal Chronic Pain - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Gail McGonigalIt is difficult for many people to understand that there are very different types of water around. This is largely due to the chemical structure of natural water. Water that comes from your tap is natural water at a pH of normally 7.5; which many people fear may not be healthy for us, ...
Views: 9435 - Faster Recovery from Joint Replacement or Implanted Prosthetic Surgery - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukThe last 20-30 years have witnessed a marked increase in total joint replacement procedures with excellent results. Total or partial hip and knee replacements are the most common, with more than 1 million Americans having one of these procedures each year. The main complication is aseptic ...
Views: 9237(2 votes) - ***Why Second and Third Marriages Often Fail - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comDear Jim: You said in your column that second and third marriages have much higher divorce rates than first marriages. Why is that? Don’t people learn from their mistakes? I’m particularly concerned about this because I’m divorced and the man I’m dating has been divorced twice. We both have ...
Views: 8688(2 votes) - WHAT DOES ERGONOMIC MEAN? - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2009 from Gail McGonigalThe word ergonomic is the study of the interaction between individuals, machines or appliances in their environment that can affect their performance and productivity. The purpose of Ergonomic is to assess the interaction, or relationship between each component for determining optimum ...
Views: 8244(2 votes) - The Aging Narcissist - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Sam VakninInterview granted to Harmony (India) The first thing that occurs to me when thinking of aging is a gradual change in one’s physical structure that is apparent to others, and to oneself of course. Now what precisely do we mean by aging, or getting old or older, in terms of the mind or psyche? ...
Views: 7843 - What Does a Life of Fulfillment Mean? - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Curt GorlickFor many years I didn’t understand what it meant to live a life of fulfillment. I’ve come to learn many people have no idea what it means either. When I asked the question “What does a life of fulfillment mean to you?” the most common response I get is “Living a life of fulfillment means living ...
Views: 7339 - Wintergreen resort ski vacation - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2018 from Hotels Etc.comKnown as the single best ski resort in the South, Wintergreen Resort in Virginia has quite a bit to offer skiers. Featuring 11,000 acres with 19 trails, Wintergreen has a top elevation of 3516 feet, with a 1003 foot vertical drop. Beginners, intermediates, and experts will all find ...
Views: 7045(3 votes) - Why Is It So Hard to Make Friends When You're Older? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2009 from Royane RealMany of us fear growing older because we are worried that when we are older we will be lonely. We often see older people sitting in shopping malls who seem to have no friends and nothing to do. We hope that won’t be our fate. What can we do to make sure we still have some friends and a good ...
Views: 7002(1 vote) - The pros and cons of downsizing your home after retirement - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from Ann HarrisonI've been thinking about the advantages and disadvantages of downsizing to a smaller home after retirement. This is what I've come up with so far... Advantages The first and most obvious advantage is that, if your existing home is worth a lot of money because of its location and size, ...
Views: 6919 - ***Baby Boomers: Sharing Documents Just Got Easier - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comLet me start with a definition of PDF. This is an abbreviation for Portable Document Format (PDF) pretty much the standard for creating electronic documents and forms for easy reading and distribution from your Boomer Business to anyone. Creating a PDF will keep your document formatting intact ...
Views: 6814(3 votes) - Why Affirmations Aren't Working: Brainwave Entrainment Will Put You In The Right Frame Of Mind - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2012 from Wanina PetlockAre you in the right "frame" of mind? You are standing, alone, looking at yourself, naked, in a full length mirror, saying, for the hundredth time this week, "I am at my perfect weight. I only eat foods that are healthy for my body", and the 35 lb spare tire draped around your ...
Views: 6356 - Dating Advice for Women Over 40 - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2012 from Marni BattistaDating Advice for Women Over 40 It’s safe to say that when you’re over 40, the dating game changes significantly. You aren’t imagining it. In fact, the challenges of dating for women over 40 are so specific that getting good advice is critical to finding love with less heartache, pain, and ...
Views: 6256(2 votes) - Home Organizing with a Alzheimers Patient - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Jan HaynerIt is hard for anyone to watch someone that you love deteriorate from the Disease of Alzheimer's. The once vivacious individual that you always knew is still there-somewhere. The problem is that it may only be for a fleeting moment at eventually not at all. Is it hard for them as ...
Views: 6256(2 votes) - Synchronicity is More than a Coincidence - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Mary Jane Hurley BrantHave you ever had an experience where you said, "Wow, what a coincidence." Maybe it was more. Maybe it was a synchronicity. Let me explain through a Jungian perspective. Carl Jung, the prominent Swiss psychiatrist, believed synchronicity meant 'more than a coincidence.' Jung, the thinker ...
Views: 6253(2 votes) - What Does Trip of a Lifetime Mean to You? - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Marquita HeraldI think it’s safe to say that anyone who’s taken the time to build a “Bucket List” of things to accomplish has included at least one trip of a lifetime. Exactly what a “trip of a lifetime” looks like depends in great part on the “why” behind that particular dream. It could mean . . . * ...
Views: 5968(1 vote) - ***Overcoming Self-defeating Behaviors - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Pamela Tudor As you practice ramping up your self-awareness regarding your moods and emotions, and particularly how you react to them, you might notice some self-defeating behaviors. Self defeating behaviors (SDB’s) are automatic or chronic behaviors which you engage in without ...
Views: 5873 - ***Boomer Fitness: Lift Anything and Carry It With the Core - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Lisa Byrne Hold your breath; close your eyes and GO! If it could only be that easy…voila, and it’s moved, nobody gets hurt! Sure, this applies to all items that you carry but for today we are going to pay special attention to the heavier ones. What are some heavier items ...
Views: 5703(1 vote) - ***Dog Backpacks – A Solution to Walking Problems - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comBesides a carrying device, dog backpacks offer a solution to a common problem that many dog owners often face. While some dogs walk perfectly on a leash, other dogs pull relentlessly. Dogs love to work and by placing a backpack on Fido, you’re giving him a job to do during his walk. This ...
Views: 5582(5 votes) - Release Serotonin, The Happiness Hormone, With Brainwave Entrainment - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2012 from Wanina PetlockSerotonin is a monoamine neurotransmitter that is produced from an amino acid called tryptophan that is stored within the gastrointestinal track, platelets, and the central nervous system. Ninety percent of it is found in the gut regulating intestinal movements. It is associated with your moods, ...
Views: 5356 - “Senior Proofing” Bathrooms – Ways to Prevent Falls and other Accidents - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Gloria Hao SchneiderMany seniors fall victim to neglecting personal hygiene, not out of forgetfulness, but because navigating themselves through a slippery bathtub or shower is not only exhausting, but also downright scary. Although they may resist it in the beginning, seniors who wish to stay at home and prolong ...
Views: 5318(2 votes) - Tips for Widows--Surviving The Holidays - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Sandy ClendenenHolidays can be difficult for widows. Whether it is a birthday, anniversary, Thanksgiving or New Years, the memories of past holidays can keep widows stuck in the past and unable to move forward in their life. It can feel impossible to even consider participating in a holiday without one's ...
Views: 5298(3 votes) - ***“Type R” Personality - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Michael W. Hinkle As a newcomer to Boomer Living’s family of contributors, let me lay out my purpose in writing this column. My aim is to promote the spread of the “Type R” personality. The stage for this endeavor was set in April, 2005 when I retired after a twenty-five-year ...
Views: 5291(1 vote) - Hobbies Are Important As We Age. - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Shirley PriceLiving life as a retiree today could well be quite different to what you had planned. Normally when you would think of retirement you'd think of travel, time for relaxation and fun. Taking up new or old hobbies and interests and a time for you as a reward for all our hard work. It seems that ...
Views: 5211 - ***Aligning Your Life With Your Values: Living in Congruence - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWritten By: Donna Thompson, PhD. “Personal leadership is the process of keeping your vision and values before you and aligning your life to be congruent with them.” Stephen Covey You are in control of your life, really. You are in control of your actions. You are in control of your ...
Views: 5081(4 votes) - ***Adultery and Divorce: Facts and Myths - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comWith so many entertainers, politicians, and professional athletes making headlines because of their sexual infidelities, it might be worth taking a look at how the law deals with adultery. Let’s start with a definition. Adultery, in most legal contexts, refers to a voluntary sexual ...
Views: 5078(1 vote) - ***The Top Five Signs of a Brave Person - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Harvey Rephen Given the hard economic times we as a country are facing, especially the Boomer, there is a stronger awareness as to what is really important in our lives. It’s not so much about the wealth in the bank, as too many of us are watching it dwindling faster and faster ...
Views: 5030 - Nine Mistakes People Make When Caring for a Dying Parent - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2011 from Sky PalmaThinking that they’re off the hook if a sibling is doing the primary care Although it's rare for siblings to care for a parent equally, ideally, it should be a family responsibility. Not treating it as such will haunt you later on, even if you live far away from your ailing parent. Sometimes ...
Views: 5005(1 vote) - Can Incontinence Undies be Stylish and Sexy? - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from Tammy Chamberlain DryDiapersPlusLong gone are the days of granny undies! Living with incontinence doesn't mean that you have to use bulky adult diapers. For a large amount of people, incontinence is a slight "oops" here and there. For others, it's a considerable 'oops'. Either way - now you can dress to manage this problem - ...
Views: 4985(1 vote) - The Mystery of Babaji - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from ROBERT RIDEOUTMany spiritual seekers have become acquainted with Mahavatar Babaji, and an artist’s conception of him, through Paramahansa Yogananda’s Autobiography of a Yogi. Some claim that this same Babaji was known as Hariakhan Baba, from the early 1800s till 1922, and that he reincarnated again in 1970, ...
Views: 4899 - ***His Wife is Going on a Singles’ Cruise! - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comDear Jim: My wife and I are both retired. She’s 64 and I’m 71. She told me the other day that she wants to go on an “over 50″ singles’ cruise in November. I should point out that I hate cruises because I get seasick easily, but my wife loves all the activities they have on big cruise ships. She ...
Views: 4773(1 vote) - ***Natural Remedies for Itchy Eyes - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comIf your eyes feel itchy, are red or have that sticky and gritty feel, relief is on the way. Try one of these simple, natural remedies for relief. 1. Ingredients * Chamomile tea * Salt * Eyebright (if available) Gently clean the eye with a tissue that has been dipped in ...
Views: 4690(1 vote) - ***The Truth about Dating, Single Men and Strong, Independent Women - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2011 from Bobbi PalmerAre you a single woman over 40 who is smart, independent and thinking there are no good men out there? I hope you don’t mind my saying this: you are wrong. As a dating and relationship coach – and a woman who was a first‑time bride at 47 – I’m quite aware of what we tell ourselves: Men ...
Views: 4634(5 votes) - Could hormonal havoc be contributing to your overeating? - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Julie SimonJanet approached me at the end of a seminar I was giving on emotional eating. She was in a state of desperation. In the last six months, she had gained twenty-five pounds and she was afraid she would gain more weight. She was sure her eating had an emotional component to it but was unsure of ...
Views: 4375 - ***Martin Johnson, Making a Difference in the Community - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comBy: Dr. Michael Kaye Fostering self-reliant families and healthy, sustainable communities in Trenton, NJ. Marty Johnson attended an inner city high school in Akron, Ohio, where he played football. A combination of talent, hard work, financial need, and ultimately, a full football-supported ...
Views: 4357(4 votes) - Make Diaper Cake Gifts Extra Special With a Fun Diaper Cake Poem - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2010 from Nisha WilliamsYou can make diaper cake designs extra special by including a cute little poem that will add a personal touch and make your gift even more memorable. Diaper cakes are a beautiful and creative way to give both mom and baby all the supplies they will need to begin their journey together. ...
Views: 4343 - Fun! Where is This and Why Do I Need It? Part # 3 - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Carolyn BatesLife balance, emotional health, reducing stress, these are all current topics for everyone, not just Baby Boomers and those over 40. One of the most effective antidotes to these realities of life today is to create memories, especially with those you love and care about. FUN? Always a good ...
Views: 4337(4 votes) - Easy yard Work Tips for the Elderly - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Jan HaynerWe all know that exercise is good for you, but what if you have creaky bones and the body doesn't work the way you want it too! It is so frustrating to want to be out in the fresh air, be able to take care of your yard yourself and not be able to do either one the way you used to do it, but ...
Views: 4270 - ***Elderly Hoarding: Threat to Aging in Place - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comA house is just a place to keep your stuff while you go out and get more stuff. – George Carlin Dante’s Inferno The 14th-century epic poem The Divine Comedy by Dante Alighieri is 14,000 lines of allegory describing the author’s philosophical journey ...
Views: 4201(1 vote) - ***Tricks For Disney Travel - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2018 from Hotels Etc.comHave you been planning for years to take that trip to Disney World. Are your kids are now at that special age where they still believe in the magic that is Disney. Have you saved up the cash and are ready for the trip of a lifetime. Then you need to learn a few tricks before heading off to ...
Views: 4199(1 vote) - Retiring Soon? 14 things you should do NOW to prepare for retirement. - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Ann Harrison1. Make an early start on planning and thinking about your life after retirement - not just the financial aspects of retirement, but the way that you want to live your life, where you want to live it, how you want to spend your time, who you want to spend it with, etc. 2. Try to become less ...
Views: 4171 - Positive and Negative Language - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Linda ThompsonWhen I was growing up, a senior was someone in their last year of high school or college. We would never have dreamed of calling our elders "seniors." It just wasn't appropriate. Over the years, however, the word "senior" has become synonymous with "elder" (usually meaning anyone over the age of ...
Views: 4079(4 votes) - Top 10 Lifestyle Planning Questions For Baby Boomers - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2010 from Jack TaggertyWhat Is Lifestyle Planning? Lifestyle Planning is about getting your balance in life right in retirement. It is about knowing what your values are and what you want to achieve in your retirement years. If you saw the movie "The Bucket List" you will know what I mean. If you didn't see it I ...
Views: 4009 - Top 5 travel destinations and how to get discounted reservations - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2017 from Hotels Etc.comNational Geographic magazine recently released a top ten list of the best travel spots in the world. The list was based on aesthetic appeal, cultural integrity, environmental conditions, condition of historic structures and tourism management. Here is the list they chose, along with some general ...
Views: 3922(1 vote) - ***Boomer Pet Care: All About Dog Skin Problems - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Janie Knetzer Baby boomers should take notice to their dog’s skin. The condition of dog skin is a big indicator of a pet’s overall health. When skin problems occur, the dog may respond by excessive scratching, chewing, licking, etc. There can be a wide range of causes including ...
Views: 3909(5 votes) - ***Top Tips for Tough Times: Confessions of an Ex-Shopaholic - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comwritten by Marjorie Rothstein There’s no denying it, we’re all feeling the credit crunch…even baby boomers. Of course, some of us are feeling it more than others, especially former shopaholics (like me) who are desperately trying to reform. Practically every magazine, tabloid and ...
Views: 3879(2 votes) - The Value of a Simple life - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from ROBERT RIDEOUTIn this fast paced, high tech cyberspace world we now live in, few of us can truly comprehend simplicity or the idea of living a simple life. Granted, there are those living off the grid and growing gardens that are pursuing this goal, but most have no idea what the word “simplicity” even means. ...
Views: 3870(1 vote) - ***Baby Boomers: Self Care is Core - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2011 from Boomer Living at Boomer-LivingPlus.comHow many times have you said in parting with someone in conversation “Take care”. Quite a few colleagues end their e-mails with “Be well”. A friend of mine often says to me “Have a positive day”. Take care, be well, and have a positive day. Tall orders for a perfect life. Self care is a ...
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