Tim Malone Retirement represents a profound shift in life’s rhythm, offering time and freedom that can be both exhilarating and unfamiliar. For many, this phase serves as an invitation to rediscover passions that may have been set aside amid the demands of a career or family life. Far from being an ending, retirement is a…
Suzanne Marlatt Stewart Most definitions of authenticity in psychological literature highlight one aspect as its cornerstone: awareness—awareness of our inner experience, our motives, our beliefs, our values, and our dispositions. What exactly does it mean to be authentic? Theo Tsaousides, Ph.D., is a neuropsychologist, speaker, and author. He states, “Authenticity is acting in accordance with…
Hi SaddleBrooke Progress friends! I’m Emma, a cheerful little bichon-poodle mix living here in SaddleBrooke with my human Bill. You may have seen us out walking on the golf course paths or cruising in our golf cart. In this column, I’m here to share a dog’s-eye view on your questions about life, pets, neighbors, and…
Mary Jo Bellner Swartzberg According to an online source, “The human brain’s capacity for information storage is estimated to be around 2.5 petabytes (PB), which is equivalent to about 2.5 million gigabytes.” This information storage includes not only facts, but also memories, experiences, emotions, and patterns. Here are some fascinating factoids to help you achieve…
Dr. Rose Bricker We all have challenges in our lives. Sometimes, it’s the stress of moving, the loss or difficulty in relationships, becoming a caretaker for a loved one, physical illness, or the death of a partner or friend. In fact, any transitions in our lives can bring on burdens and stress. Whatever the issues…
Stuart Watkins SaddleBrooke hired Andrew and Heather Stanford’s goats to clear out a section of weeded area in SaddleBrooke that is difficult for workers to safely work. The goats are retained by an electric fence that is powered by solar energy, so there are no loud generators disturbing nearby residents. These goats are about two…