My brothers were busy in school and sports, and my Dad’s work took him around the world. Each of them had interesting experiences that I got to hear about and witness. However, my mom was my first friend, and at the end of her life, she was one of my …
One of the pastimes in our home is working on jigsaw puzzles. This thoughtful, and sometimes tedious work, is the inspiration for this article. Here are a few insights: > Most projects need a border, finish line or outline. Without a boundary as an anchor, the project may never take …
I was one of the lucky kids with books in my home. There was the encyclopedia, but also kids books, thanks to my two older brothers. Also, the library was a staple in our life – either at school or the public library. Back in the day, no telling what …
People with strong social relationships are less likely to die prematurely. Sharing our lives with others has a significant impact on our long term physical and mental health. How? Interaction : Boosts well-being Builds independence Encourages new experiences and trying new things Improves mental health Promotes resilience Gets you out …
Each week, I’m on the computer more than I was a week prior. Gatherings, meetings and casual connections have moved to FaceTime, Zoom, Skype or similar virtual formats. There are a few observations I’ve had that I hope will be the seed of changes we will keep. What are the …
Now I lay me down to sleep – NOT! I’ve heard quite a few folks complain about poor sleep in the past few weeks. It may be hard to fall asleep or stay asleep, either way, these are two common observations. Let’s investigate this. If you’re using any fitness electronics …
People have asked me, what does Five Alive have to do with business and leadership, and my response is, “Almost everything.” Many leaders of publicly traded companies have key person insurance policies. That’s common, and many companies have stipulations regarding the health of the leaders. Personal health and wellness programs …
As we self-quarantine or self-isolate after a trip to Italy, we are slightly less exposed to some of the mania and anxiety out in the world. Sure, we see our fair share of the news online and on TV. However, we’re not focused on distancing ourselves from others while shopping, …
