We hope life can be an idyllic bed of roses but reality is that a traumatic experience can happen to anyone at any time and shake our most basic sense of security. Indeed, as many as 75% of us will experience a traumatic experience at some point in our lives. When this happens, we can […]
Music and Dance: When in doubt, shake it out!
Don’t hang up the dancing shoes and turn off the music just because you don’t feel young enough. Getting into the grove and letting the rhythm shake your body are invaluable therapeutic modalities at any age. Music and dance have been used for healing throughout the ages. Today we know much more about how and […]
Lend a Hand to a Senior Loved One Struggling with Addiction
By Kent Elliot www.athomeaging.info If you suspect a senior loved one having an addiction, it can be hard to know what to do. Addressing the problem can be an intimidating process. However, remember that people turn to alcohol and substance abuse for different reasons, so it’s vital that you handle the situation carefully and […]
Learn How to Modulate Thoughts and Emotions to Manage Anxiety
Our thinking is steadily carried away by a rapid cascade of experiences and nonstop thoughts crossing our minds. The stream of news about the pandemic and current events have taught us one thing – life can spiral out of control. Imagine we could modulate our mind to absorb thoughts and emotions without triggering anxiety. But […]