MIND&BODY SCAN THIS QR CODE WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE T O SIGN UP FOR EVENTS LIS TED IN THIS ISSUE. UPCOMING ELDER LAW BOOT CAMP SESSIONS January 25 at 9:30 am in the Cinema: Powers of Attorney & Healthcare Documents Everyone Needs. February 29 at 9:30 am: Wills & Trusts 101 March 28 at 9:30 am: What Else? Long-Term Care & Financial Planning EDUCATIONAL CBD LUNCHEON Lunch and learn about CBD and how you can use it in your everyday life February 2 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. Please sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office by January 31. THINK & DRINK: FOUNTAIN OR AERATION? Another thought-provoking discussion will be presented on February 28 at 6:30 pm as part of the Think & Drink series. Lloyd Lightsey, owner of The Pond Monster, is an incredibly captivating speaker who will have you hanging on his every word as he answers your water-related questions. His interesting presentation will discuss whether a fountain feature or water aeration is the answer for lake, pond, or home water feature needs. Lloyd's charismatic presentation ways will surely dazzle all who attend this Think & Drink! Even if this specific topic doesn't apply to you, this is one speaker you will not want to miss! Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Desk. 34 Know Thy Health By Lynda Hadley Happy New Year My Lake Ashton Family! I am so grateful to bring in this new year with you all; and hope we can continue on this health-conscious journey together. Before you take that first step towards any lasting change you should first evaluate where you are. So ask yourself the following questions: How do you feel most days? Are you always tired? Do you sleep well? Are you happy? Are you stressed? Are you getting proper nutrition? Most of us don’t realize the stress our body is under due to our daily lifestyle choices. We don’t exercise and wonder why we lack energy. We don’t get enough sleep, and wonder why we can’t remember or focus. We have poor eating habits, and wonder why we feel sluggish or can’t lose weight. Do you get at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity on most days? Do you drink enough water? Are you active? Do you limit sweets? Start this year by making a list of the good and bad aspects of your health. Then select one or more items from the bad list and decide what changes you will make to move it to the positive side. Be specific and be accountable. Start off slow, and gradually incorporate additional steps as you become comfortable with each new health initiative. Set realistic goals, and be prepared to compromise. It’s never an “all or nothing” deal. Make changes that are easier for you; like walking instead of biking or jogging. Reduce the time spent watching television; and when you do watch television, take advantage of the commercial breaks and do a few repetitions of exercise. The small steps will motivate you to do more. And the moment you realize you feel better, you look better, and you are a better representation of you – well, that’s the “Sweet Spot” we all crave!
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