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SPONTANEITY IN RELATIONSHIPS ADDS FUN – A WINTER WEEKEND TRAIN TRIP

(SUBJECT – RELATIONSHIPS & SPONTANEITY) — Jack & Ann are a couple who live in Denver, Colorado. Jack is an artist and Ann is a realtor, they have one daughter who lives on the East Coast and is married. Empty nesters, they do go on regular date nights out, but travel is generally planned six […]

PAN CON TOMATE – Spanish Tapas

SPANISH TOMATO BREAD “Pan con tomate “ This Spanish tomato bread tapas is simply toasted bread rubbed with fresh garlic and ripe tomato, then drizzled with olive oil and a bit of salt. It can be eaten by itself but is often topped with cheese, ham, or sausage. “Pan con tomate “(literally “bread with tomato”) […]

Overcoming Stress – by Jeff Bezos

People get stress wrong all the time, in my opinion… — Stress doesn’t come from hard work, stress primarily comes from not taking action over something you can have control over. — If I find that some particular thing is causing me to have stress, that is a warning flag for me. — What that […]

“ATOMIC HABITS” A Transformative Guide for Your Life – A Book Review & analysis

Atomic Habits — We can all improve our habits, some hold us back, and some can be good and transformative, making our life better and more successful. Hopefully, this review will make you want to read the entire book by James Clear so you can develop Atomic Habits of your own! IF YOU FIND THIS […]

(JAMA) says FASTING IS GROWING QUICKLY AS AN EFFECTIVE WEIGHT LOSS TOOL

Fasting is beating out calorie restriction for weight loss! Americans embarking on a weight loss journey are looking for solid alternatives rather than meticulously counting calories. Especially the 37 million Americans grappling with type 2 diabetes and having trouble managing their blood sugar. Traditional approaches often revolve around calorie counting and strict dietary regimens, but […]

Workouts for MEN & WOMEN: Resistance Band Exercises & Body Weight Resistance

(Photo courtesy of Walmart) RESISTANCE BAND TRAINING is a versatile and effective form of physical fitness that can be easily incorporated into home workouts, providing numerous benefits for individuals seeking to improve their overall health and fitness. Exercise physiologists often highlight the key advantages of resistance band training over other options. One of the primary […]

MEN’S HEALTH (+55) – The Impact of Weight on Your Prostate’s Health

For older men, over 55, there is much discussion on the impact of being overweight on your prostate’s health and particularly on postponing or opting for prostate surgery. Urologists often witness the intricate interplay between lifestyle factors and urological health. One area of significant interest is the relationship between weight and its potential to influence […]