MIND&BODY Know Thy Health By Lynda Hadley Good health is more than what we do; it’s also how we think. We are more powerful than we believe. And there is a connection between what we think and what we feel. Do we start each day feeling the negative residuals of what we experienced the day before? Or do we wake up with a clean slate? Do we hold on to grudges, misdeeds, or bad experiences? Or do we forgive and forget? There is a direct connection between how we process stressful situations and our hormones. Cortisol is the stress hormone that can wreak havoc on our health and cause unwanted weight gain. Cortisol also causes digestive problems, depression, inflammation, muscle tension/pain, and sleep issues. Chronic stress can also lead to heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke. Cortisol regulates our body’s fight-or-flight response to stress, which is designed to facilitate a defense or escape from a perceived threat (both physical and mental). This natural survival instinct is a good thing, until we find ourselves easily triggered by negative interactions with others, which can lead to chronic stress. The next time your blood pressure rises, ask yourself if the stress is worth the damage that your body has to absorb, or can we exercise grace and kindness to someone who may be having a bad day? The grace we extend to others is a reflection of our humanity. But if that isn’t enough encouragement to smile when faced with negative energy, consider the toll stress has on your physical and mental wellbeing. Guarding our health is a priority! Stay positive! 28 TICKETLEAP INFORMATIONAL SESSIONS Class and activity sign-ups in addition to ticket purchases at the Clubhouse went digital on July 1. Do you want to learn more about how to use the TicketLeap program or have questions about how to scan QR codes? Stop by the Clubhouse Activities Office to sign up. If you already are familiar with the TicketLeap program but want to learn more, you can sign up using the link sent out via email. There will be two options for classes: September 21 at 11 am or September 29 at 5:30 pm. SKINCARE & MAKEUP CLASS Do you know what makeup colors and shades fit you best? Are you using the right type of moisturizers and cleansers for your skin type? You can learn all that and more at a skincare and makeup class hosted by Lancôme on September 6 at 11:30 am in the Clubhouse Ballroom. There will be goodie bags for all attendees! The class is completely free, but you must sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. CREATE A CARD Join the group on September 19 at 10 am in the HFC Sports Court to create your own lovely greeting cards. A guest expert will provide instruction, from beginner to expert, all supplies and equipment, and three beautiful cards to take home. No experience needed. Cost is $10. Sign up at the HFC. Call Karen at 262-497-3272 with questions. FINANCIAL BOOT CAMP Next Class: September 25 at 10:30 am in the Clubhouse Cinema Topic: “How will I pay for nursing home care?” Sign up online or at the Clubhouse Activities Office. BEGINNER BRIDGE CLASS Learn how to play bridge Thursday mornings at 8:30 am beginning October 5. Contact Liz Leigh for details: leigh.elizabeth@gmail.com or 813-288-0809.
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