Watching your parents age can be difficult. For most of your life you would’ve seen them in the position of caring for you and your needs. But that will likely tip the other way when they reach retirement age. You…
Retirement marks a significant transition in our lives, providing us with freedom and opportunities for exploration like never before. However, it is also a point where many of us begin to feel ourselves ageing. During this time in our lives,…
As we age, it's easy to become overwhelmed as to how you will go about preserving your legacy for the next generation. While it may at first seem simple — the telling of a few stories over dinner with the…
How is it fair that we wait our whole lives to retire, only to be bombarded with stress about it? We know, it's simply not fair, but that doesn't mean we shouldn't do something about it — we're taking self…
From finding someone to feed the cat to the expense of accommodation and getting stuck in holiday traffic - holidays out of Auckland can be a hassle. And when there are so many incredible day escapes you can enjoy, why…
It’s the news no one wants to hear, that you or a loved one have been diagnosed with dementia. It’s a complex disease and will likely take you a while to get a good understanding of what to expect and…
Did you know that not only does laughing feel lovely, but it’s actually great for your health too? Yes that’s right, getting your daily dose of giggles could be just what the doctor ordered! But all too often laughter can…
The world is finally opening back up, but actually, why would you go anywhere else when New Zealand is an amazing place to explore during the winter months! From the snow capped mountains of the South Island, to the winterless…
We all know it’s important to keep our minds active as we age. But practising mindfulness is not quite the same as doing crossword puzzles or sudokus - it’s actually about focusing on the now to help control negative thoughts…
There’s plenty of studies which show that continuing to be ‘active’ in your retirement years is good for your health. And whether it involves keeping your brain in gear, moving your body - or both - there’s no question that…