Negative Thinking

The Scottish novelist and playwright (and creator of Peter Pan) J. M. Barrie once said, “God gave us memories that we might have roses in December.” Memory, and the memories we store, allow us to live in a world more robust and rewarding than we might otherwise be able to…

So, are you “pro-aging” or “anti-aging” when it comes to your beauty regimen? Do you want a product that helps you look great, regardless of what your age (and mother nature) has handed you? Or do you want something that promises to take “years” off your look (but might end…

There’s no doubt that a positive attitude can support healthier aging. In fact, studies show that staying positive and optimistic as you get older can be as health-promoting for you as exercising or eating well. And as we’ve previously noted, Yale professor Becca Levy’s research has found that positive attitudes…

You may remember (especially if you feel your memory is good for your age!) that about a year ago, we published a post about the significant number of people who subjectively feel younger than their chronological age. As that post made clear, many people feel younger than the calendar tells…

If you’re of a “certain age,” you’ve likely experienced some form of ageism while going about your daily activities. And by ageism, we don’t necessarily mean outright explicit discrimination or denial of opportunities because of your age (though of course, those actions are commonplace for so many, especially those seeking…

There’s a lot in the world to be anxious about these days, and that doesn’t even include your own personal set of challenges and losses as you get older. There’s no doubt that similar to childbirth, you never really know what getting older will be like until you actually go…