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Typically, we try alternate or non-traditional options when we have exhausted traditional options. What if we explored the non-traditional therapies at the same time as traditional therapies? Better yet, what if we tried both as preventative methods instead of ways to deal with illness and disease? If you have explored non-traditional and alternative therapies and would like to share, please share your experiences, if you are comfortable. You never know when something you say may help someone else. Thanks so much for watching. See you again soon. https://www.kazakers.com
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Did you know that having a furry, hairy, scaly, or feathered friend is good for you? It's good for your body, and for your mind. If you can't have any animal family then perhaps you can volunteer with animals. AND if that doesn't work, turn on the Animal Channel and watch an animal show. That works, too. We need them and they need us! Thanks for watching! See you again soon. Thanks for watching. See you again soon! Have you been experiencing aging challenges? If so, what are they and what have you been doing to navigate them? If you feel comfortable share in the comments. You never know when something you are experiencing and how you are handling it may help someone else. This is PRO-aging! Thanks for watching. See you again next time. If you know someone who would enjoy this video please SHARE! A big part of PRO-aging is being good to yourself. In being good to ourselves we learn how to be good to others. It's not only the BIG gestures we make but also the small, one-on-one, interpersonal gestures we make that are really important. You never know how a complete stranger may appreciate a kind word, or acknowledgement that they matter. Call a friend who is having a hard time. Send a text, a card or an email. Pick up the phone, or schedule a video chat. It DOES make a difference! SO let's all get out there and do some good! Thanks so much for watching. See you again next time! 'SO...your body isn't working exactly how it used to work AND things aren't exactly where they used to be. Are there concrete reasons? What can we do about it? I have a few ideas. Take a looks at this week’s pro-aging question for “This Is Pro-aging”. One of my favorite things to do in the world, is to travel the world. I am VERY lucky that I have the opportunities and I know it. I do my best not to waste one SECOND of being as present as possible when I travel. I love the cuisine, culture, history and peoples of all the regions I visit. However, I especially love wildlife and the environment. For me being in nature is very meditative, restorative, regenerating and rejuvenating. THAT translates into PRO-aging! Enjoy! As always, thanks for watching. See you again soon. I LOVE this breath. It's call the 8, 4, 8, 4 breath. It's really simple with just a little counting involved. The counting will actually keep you out of your head and allow your thoughts to rest for a little while. It is from the Qigong tradition. (A reminder: Qigong is the mother of Tai Chi.) It is a go-to breath for me when I need to release tension, find my center and experience those feel-good hormones: oxytocin and serotonin. You simply breath in through your nose taking a slow, even 8 count, Suspend the breath for 4 counts. I don't say the word "hold" because then we have a tendency to tighten up and constrict our throat and tense up our bodies. Exhale for a slow, even count of 8. Again, suspend the breath for a count of 4. Do it as long as you wish. Repeat until you feel complete. Thanks for watching. See you again soon!! . I I love to get out and walk. I was on the beach recently and thought I'd say HI!! I try to walk as often as possible. If you can't get to the beach, perhaps you live near a lake or a river. You can also walk in the forest, through hills or even in the mountains. (I think THAT would be called hiking. Watch out for ticks!) I love to park my car far from my destination and get some walking in before I shop. Take the stairs. Make several laps around your neighborhood. Walk the dog for fun instead of just for a potty break.. Stroll the grandkids and get to know them better. When I lived in New York City, then afterwards, in San Francisco I walked nearly everywhere. It's an enjoyable way to manage your weight, to improve your mobility and balance, to tone muscles, and stretch joints and ligaments. Walking longer distances helps with our endurance, too. Walking is the most PRO-aging exercise you can do. AND it doesn't even feel like exercise. All it takes is a comfortable pair of walking shoes or sneakers, comfortable clothes and AWAY YOU GO! How many steps SHOULD you take? That's up to you. Push yourself a little bit more every time you walk and watch your energy increase, your lung capacity increase, your weight drop (if that is your goal), and more importantly, your mental health and attitude change for the better. I'll meet you at the beach for a walk. Thanks for watching! See you again soon. |
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