Hello Friend,It's that time again! A fresh batch of new year's resolutions you are making.Whether it be eating more veggies, volunteering or heading to the gym every day, most resolutions are given up withing the first month.This year, before your resolutions fly right out the window, let's try a different approach. Start small, be realistic, and break down the big, daunting tasks into more manageable ones.To give you an example, we've got some tips from ReachOut Magazine to help you stick to some of the most common new year's resolutions.Be Well,Anisa 1. To Enjoy Life More… We all like to have fun and enjoy ourselves. But what does it actually mean when we say we want to enjoy life more? This is one of the vaguest resolutions we make. Instead, be more specific. Does it mean taking more trips? Does it mean hanging out with your friends more often? Be very clear about exactly what you want to do, and then you can figure out what you have to do to follow through. 2. To Eat Better and Exercise More… Let's be realistic: you're probably not going to go to the gym every day and eat only vegetables. That setting...
Month: December 2022
5 Money Mistakes That Will Wreck Your Retirement
Hello Friend,I'm here to tell you, retirement planning is not easy!Not only is it complicated, it can be downright scary because making some mistakes can mean the difference between feasting on Steak vs. Ramen Noodles!As retirement nears, there are tons of things to think about, like when to take Social Security, how much to take out of your 401(k), creating a spending plan you can stick to and investing your retirement savings. And like the butterfly effect, tiny decisions now can lead to huge, life-altering consequences down the road.It is crazy to do this alone and yet only 29% of Americans work with a financial adviser.Finding the right adviser is important and may take some time. Think of it as you are the boss and you are interviewing them for a a job at your company. It is important to think this way.In the meantime here are five of the most common money mistakes we can make. Knowing them makes it easier to avoid them.Be Well,Anisa 1. Failing To Plan… A happy retirement is one that's stress-free. And how do you eliminate stress? Simple: by having a plan. A financial plan is a map plotting the shortest path to reach...
This Subtle Change Might Indicate the Onset of Dementia
Hello Friend,I've shared with you that my mom had dementia. What is interesting is she hid it really well. I had no idea and I chalked up some of her forgetfulness to old age.She died at 92 and I didn't realize she had dementia until she was 89… but in reality she probably had it many years earlier.As you can imagine when it comes to diagnosing dementia, the earlier the better. When you identify symptoms and changes early on you can vastly alter the course of treatment.Experts often advise patients to look out for signs of depression as an early indicator of dementia. However, a 2021 study suggests that apathy may be a better measure for catching it early.Be Well,Anisa So What Exactly Is Apathy? It's a state wherein a person has no interest in or emotional responses to their day-to-day lives. The researchers from this study define apathy as "a reduction in goal-directed behavior." Most people experience apathy once in a while, but when it becomes excessive or out of character, especially in an elderly person, it could indicate a larger problem. The new study, published in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry, found that apathy is probably...
This Is Important… What’s The Color Of Your Snot?
It's OK to admit it… you've taken a peek at a used tissue after blowing your nose.Now that might seem gross but most people do this and that is good! It plays an important role in your body.Here's what to know about the texture and color of your snot.Be Well,Anisa Clear Mucus… Clear snot is generally considered normal. "Clear mucus is mostly salt water, with locally produced protective antibodies," Dr. Culver said. Most of the time you won't even notice mucus doing its job unless you notice more mucus and phlegm. "Increased amounts of clear mucus are often part of an allergic reaction," Dr. Culver said. White Thick Mucus… White snot is an indicator of slow-moving mucus or a sign that you're dehydrated. "If the salt water is evaporated or dried out, what is left is the white mucus," Dr. Culver said. "This is usually not something to be too concerned about." Pink or Red Mucus… "Pink or red snot is most likely related to blood from a dried out or irritated nose," Dr. Culver said. This can occur from continual blowing of your nose, damage or trauma such as picking your nose.= Yellow or Green Mucus… If you see...