Pretty much everything I know about Japan comes from watching NHK World, the free streaming service sponsored by the Japanese government. While I’d love to go there, I’m probably too old. I wouldn’t want to go alone, that’s for sure and I really don’t like flying. So I’m stuck watching…
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So Far, So Good – A roundup of what we’ve discovered.
Here is a list of reasons why journaling/blogging is beneficial for seniors. (Even if you’re not a senior, many of these may apply to you.) Sense of Purpose – Writing out your unique memories will give you a very real sense of purpose. You’re not empty, you’re a source of…
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NHK 72 Hours – There’s a story in every episode
NHK is the national broadcaster in Japan, similar to Canada’s CBC, England’s BBCs and ABC in Australia. The similarity is only in the acronym, however. NHK is head and shoulders above any of these networks, at least in my opinion. Every show or series that I watch gives me another…
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Does Your Day Have a Focus? – What is your goal every day?
To be honest, I was never a goal oriented person. These days however, I almost have more goals than I can handle. There is something to achieve every day, positive things that will help me and in the case of this blog and my volunteer work, help others. What gets…
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The Holidays are Over. Back to Work!
This time of the year in Canada is a period of reminiscing with friends and family. ‘Remember when…’ is often heard in our conversations. In other parts of the world these feelings might come up at a different time for a different holiday. Maybe it’s the New Year, maybe a…
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Tips from Copilot AI – Reinforcement for Original Ideas
It occurred to me yesterday that I could ask one or more AI apps “What are the benefits of blogging for seniors?” Here’s what Copilot came up with: “Blogging can be a fantastic activity for seniors. Here are some of the key benefits: Mental Stimulation: Writing regularly keeps the mind…
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It’s Sunday, Time to Sum Up the Week – Why journaling is beneficial for seniors
A simple summing up on a very cold and frosty Sunday morning here in Toronto. I still managed to walk 4 KM, get Wordle in 2 guesses and perfect on Connections and Quizl. Each of those games is linked so if you’re looking for a challenge, check them out. Your…
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Mastodon – A social media site that is strangely therapeutic
It’s cold in Toronto and I’m taking the weekend from developing ideas for my seminar on journaling. Today, it’s Mastodon. What’s Mastodon? It’s not just another social media site that steals your input, for one thing. You’re safe to share your stories, reflections, points of view, etc. I’ve found that…
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Journaling/Blogging as Therapy for Seniors – Change your mood, organize your thoughts, improve your mental well-being – Part 1
I’m a senior, in case you were wondering. Since I’ve started this new journal, I’ve noticed a definite change in my mood. Usually it’s my daily exercise that picks me up but over the last couple of weeks, I know that this blog has as much or maybe more influence…
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More on the Benefits of Journaling for Seniors – Use it or lose it!
Today’s post is aimed specifically towards seniors. Why? Probably because seniors have the most to share and the least amount of time left to share it. Seniors also have quite a bit of free time that could be spent journaling. Here are some real benefits you’ll get out of it:…