Thegenaboveme

LATEST ARTICLES ( 496 )

• Am I Old Or Am I Young?

  

  Photo by Luc B. "Forty is the old age of youth, fifty is the youth of old age." ~ Hosea Ballou Because I am a gerontologist, people ask me directly or... Read more

  Posted on 25 September 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Many Paws: Book Review

  

  Published January 2014. "There is in every true woman's heart a spark of heavenly fire, which lies dormant in the broad daylight of prosperity; but which kindle... Read more

  Posted on 19 September 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Share Music Videos with Others

  

  Photo by Steve. Once a week I spend the afternoon with a dozen friends at a local skilled nursing center. Sometimes we have a lull in an activity we're doing... Read more

  Posted on 12 September 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Leisure World Cohort Turning 90

  

  Photo by Ryan Dickey. I was on my way to yoga last week, when I saw one of my husband's co-workers, lifting weights at the same gym. After sharing our fitness... Read more

  Posted on 08 September 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Emotional Causes for Insomnia

  

  Photo "Scratching" by Kevin of sheep counting people As promised, here I am writing about insomnia. Yes, midlife women might have a bit more trouble sleeping... Read more

  Posted on 06 September 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Exercise Enlightens

  

  Photo by Raja Sambaslvan. Going to the gym gives me a good workout--body, mind and soul. If I get myself to the gym, I improve my physical fitness, my cognition... Read more

  Posted on 31 August 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Objects That Mark Time

  

  Photo by Tim Ellis. I'm often so consumed by my day-to-day tasks that I fail to note the passing of time. But there are moments that make me very aware. Yes,... Read more

  Posted on 29 August 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Multiple Causes for Insomnia

  

  Photo by Eric. I figure if I'm having regular trouble sleeping, I might as well start a series of blog posts on insomnia. As a midlife woman, I can expect to... Read more

  Posted on 26 August 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Three Films on Aging Parents

  

  Photo by Spreng Ben. I recently viewed Cherry Blossoms (2008), a German-language film with aging themes. It distinguished itself in its depiction of a German... Read more

  Posted on 18 August 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Eat Your Vegetables

  

  Photo by David Saddler. I am the parent of teens, and I find myself asking them daily, "Eat your vegetables." When did I become so matronly? I better... Read more

  Posted on 14 August 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Responding to Robin Williams' Death

  

  Photo by Charles Haynes. I am supposed to be working on a syllabus for a class on psychology of aging. However, I have been processing my thoughts and feelings... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Basic Brain Books

  

  Because I am a gerontologist, I'm primarily interested in research about how people can improve their brain health in response to age-related health problems... Read more

  Posted on 11 August 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Social Engagement Through the Life Span

  

  Karen at 52 and Gladys at 104. Twice my age! Last week I had the good fortune of attending a birthday party for my friend Gladys Bever. She turned 104 years old... Read more

  Posted on 04 August 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• At 80, the Past Is Now

  

  Photo "Time Tide" by Seriykotik1970. Most of the time, my blog contains practical information about managing one's own aging process and supporting a... Read more

  Posted on 05 July 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• My 1st Colonoscopy Screening

  

  Photo by Merfam. This post is part of a three-part series on my first colonoscopy. See this post about the risks and this post about the preparation stage. Read more

  Posted on 19 June 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Aches & Pains

  

  Photo by Telstar Logistics. My husband isn't very mechanical. He prefers to spend his disposable income on books or computer equipment--not on his car. So when... Read more

  Posted on 18 June 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Longevity & The Big Five

  

  Photo by Rob Nguyen. As a gerontologist, I frequently come across questions about what factors correlate with longevity? Even in the popular press, I run... Read more

  Posted on 17 June 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• The Prep Not the Colonoscopy

  

  Colonoscopy Prep Items It's the prep, it's not the colonoscopy. I've heard that from many people who have had a colonoscopy. And now I know this is true. Read more

  Posted on 12 June 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• The Gift of Years: A Review

  

  Published January 1, 2008. Aging provides opportunities for growth, and Chittister describes numerous ways people can develop during late life. Read more

  Posted on 10 June 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH

• Books About Dementia

  

  Books by Mace/Rabins, Stettinius, Shouse. Even though my approach to aging is pretty broad, I have a persistent interest in cognition. Read more

  Posted on 05 June 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH