I started playing it with a friend and I agree - it definitely creates a pull to get out and get in the game. My issue with the game is it required I hold my smartphone while walking or to otherwise focus overmuch on the device, rather than my surroundings. A central reason I go walking or hiking is to interact with…

I concur: people forget that we need projects with which we can craft with our own hands and enjoy solving, as in a DIY project. The self-sufficiency fostered by these projects generates self-confidence, creativity, and a sense of abundance.

I had a friend who would freeze her clothes in rolls, then unroll and iron them. It was the oddest thing to watch, since I had never heard of it. She would open the freezer door, pull out a roll of frozen clean clothing, and iron it while watching the afternoon soap operas.

I declared a sock paradigm shift about 20 years ago and started buying only two kinds of socks: hiking and every day casual wear. Both are visually easy to find and the every day socks are all the same style and color: black, ribbed. Not as dressy as some (at least, not at work), however, at least time has been…

When I am studying or pursuing a new idea or topic, when using the web for sources I use a modified rule of three for searches and filtering. I find references that look legitimate, skim them for the most relevant three, and then review those sources. If I need to refine my searching, I repeat this with variations of…

I like the Zen koan. Thanks, again.

At 40 (hell, at 50 or 60, or 70, etc.), one is not old: one is old-er than before. Since evidence is mounting that the younger one feels, as in if one feels or thinks about themselves as a young-er person or as a young person, longevity increases. I stopped using ageist language when I realized it was coloring my…

How about a website for health care professionals, like Registered Nurses, MDs, etc.?

I already have a 401(K). The “savings” account is a working account. Thanks for the suggestion, however.

I just discovered a sweet little app called Acorns, which Rounds Up linked checking and other account purchase, then invests the amount. It may be set up with investment goals by month and has already purportedly aided users in investing $25 million. Check out the Youtube video at

At nearly 61, I live exceptionally frugally (though happily, in truth) and place $1K monthly in a couple of savings accounts, one for retirement and the other for retirement and major auto expenditures, since I rely on my car for work (and I am an underpaid civil service professional, by the way). I had previously…

The first thing I do on opening a ramen package is throw these little packets away. I see them as containing unhealthy ingredients, so I substitute with some heated, inexpensive vegetable broth and seasonings to taste.

Thanks for that link!

Thanks for that link!

Studies support genetic (biological transmission of genetic changes) and epigenetic (generationally transmitted changes derived from environmental and non-genetic influences) aspects of health and longevity. So, while we presently cannot manipulate our genetic expression of the various traits and aspects of our…

I have always jumped around non-fiction books, since many books do not need to be read cover to cover or every single word or phrase. Part of my reading pleasure comes from my brain re-membering where I left off and I usually have at least 2-4 books in progress. Thanks for this great idea, Melanie.

A friend taught me to grandly make a checkmark in the air and declare, “Check!”, which serves the same purpose as “done”. I also ensure that I count aloud every full sun salutation, after returning to the ending position, which provides a sense of accomplishment and keeps me on track during my yoga practice.

1) Stay on top of assignments and deadlines (use smart device to set reminders, take notes, research; 2) Read materials whenever there is a 5-10 minute interval available, 3) Ensure you take care of your health and manage stress, and 4) Keep your eyes on the graduation and hold it in mind firmly, so it motivates…

The Chrome extension, Momentum, posts photos from around the world and provides a minimalist dashboard for each newly opened window/tab.

I refuse to embrace a cynical worldview.

I see small talk as perfect with those whom I've not met yet, aka "strangers". It is a social lubricant that adds kindness and friendliness to the world.