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“Hands Up to the Sky” by Michael Franti & Spearhead: A surprisingly upbeat song about acknowledging both loss and the beauty of life -
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Octogenarian Author Jane Seskin Offers a Model for Aging and Living Well: A long life marked by resilience, boldness, humor and caring
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Author Archives: Colleen Ferguson (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)
“Sitting Up” and Other Burial Practices of South Appalachia
Burial traditions from the distinct culture of South Appalachia
It can be difficult to define the region of Appalachia or South Appalachia, but for our purposes we’ll look to the Appalachian Regional Commission, which defines it as 420 counties spread out across parts of Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Maryland, Mississippi, … Continue reading
“The Little Book of Mindfulness,” edited by Tiddy Rowan
A beginner's guide to being present, slowing down, and reducing stress
“The Little Book of Mindfulness,” edited by Tiddy Rowan, provides exactly what its title offers. It’s a pocket-sized, 183-page collection of breathing exercises, inspirational quotes, research findings, and daily reminders to help the reader focus, slow down, and de-stress anywhere and … Continue reading
New Study of Music and Dementia Shows Positive Correlations
Personalized musical intervention may improve moods in individuals with dementia
Music is inextricable from the human experience — humans have not only been creating music for millennia, we’ve been fascinated with why we make it (and respond to it) for centuries. Countless studies have explored the physiological, emotional, and cognitive effects … Continue reading
Our Monthly Tip: Give Guests Mourning Handkerchiefs at Your Loved One’s Memorial Service
A simple, personalized, and elegant way to remember the dead and comfort the living
Our Tip of the Month Handkerchiefs — especially ones embroidered with one’s initials or decorative patterns — have had a long history both as a functional, personal hygiene item, and as a decorative fashion accessory. For memorial services, where grief is … Continue reading
How Regular Exercise Can Slow Down The Aging Process
A new study shows that regular exercise can defy the aging process
We’ve always known that exercise is good for our minds and bodies — countless studies have shown that exercise can improve cognitive function and memory, act to decrease stress and anxiety, improve sleep and energy levels, and of course, work to … Continue reading
