If you are looking for guest blogging opportunities, submit your blog post to write for us. Founded by Kendall Van Blarcom, Van Blarcom Consulting is based in California. We provide personal consulting to over 1,000 clients around the world. Counseling remotely is a proactive way to reach seniors and individuals who are housebound. Van Blarcom… Read More »
When Was the Last Time You Had a True Feeling of Joy?
Joy can mean many things depending on who you are talking to and how you present the question. But the definition of joy remains the same, it is a feeling of great pleasure and happiness. Do you remember the last time you felt joyful? What Is a Joy Journal? Do you keep a joy journal… Read More »
Older Adults and Nutrition
Everyone needs good food to be at their best physically and mentally, and staying aware of daily needs is important when it comes to older adults and nutrition. Developing nutrient deficiencies as one ages can lead to poor health and a lower quality of life, including depression. When moods are impacting your ability to take… Read More »
Is Your Checkbook More Balanced Than Your Emotions?
Some emotions can be so strong that an event can bring tears to your eyes and your insides feel like everything’s twisted into a knot that won’t unwind. Sudden sadness or anger must be something you monitor to ensure your emotions don’t get out of control. You’ve heard people talk about keeping your emotions balanced.… Read More »
How to Be Nice to Yourself (and Others)
As the old saying goes, to have friends you need to be a friend. If we notice someone in our lives we care about struggling, we try to help them with love and support. But why is it so difficult to be nice to yourself? Talking with a personal consultant can help you to learn… Read More »
How to Increase Your Self-Motivation
Motivation occurs under many circumstances, but when you experience natural inspiration as a result of energy from your spirit, that’s when you’ll feel exuberant and eager to willingly devote time to your interests. Self-motivation helps when you’re trying to lose weight, become more invested in a goal for your future, quit an addiction, or even… Read More »
Mental Health Resolutions for the New Year
When the calendar turns, why not make mental health resolutions for the New Year? Think of the opportunities you have to make positive changes throughout your life. While it can be productive to make resolutions connected to finances or body size, remember the importance of mental health, too. Take Care of Your Physical Health In… Read More »
How to Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks
Anxiety and panic attacks are a difficult experience for many people. Having an anxiety attack is frightening and overwhelming. If you want to overcome sudden anxiety or panic attacks, know there are steps you can take to get rid of them. Here are some techniques that can help. Ways to Overcome Anxiety and Panic Attacks… Read More »
Ways to Tackle Insomnia
While it is common to experience trouble sleeping at any age, many find themselves looking for ways to tackle insomnia more often as they get older. But sleep is just as important when you are older as when you were younger. According to the National Sleep Foundation, adults between the ages for 26 and 64… Read More »
You Can Turn Mind Chatter Off Whenever You Choose
When life is fun and you’re laughing away, you’re probably not judging people or situations in a negative or harmful way, right? That’s because you haven’t allowed your mind chatter to occupy any time or space in your thoughts. But what about those days that don’t feel so fun and you’re frowning or crying at… Read More »
Stresses of the Holiday Season
While the holiday season can be a happy and joyous time, it is also a difficult time for many people. For example, it is common for elder seniors to experience stresses of the holiday season including feeling lonely and sad. The truth is, sometimes the holidays do not look like the warm, connected gatherings that… Read More »
