The holidays have arrived and so has the Christmas cactus. Set this favorite holiday plant in a basket, decorative pot or foil wrap and it will be ready to give as a gift or add to your holiday décor. With proper care this holiday favorite can flower for four to eight weeks and grow for… Continue reading Brighten Someone’s Holiday Season with Christmas Cactus
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Three Indoor Trees for the Holidays
Add a small-scale living evergreen to your holiday celebrations. Consider one that is suitable for growing indoors so you can enjoy it throughout the year. The Lemon Cypress makes a great miniature holiday tree, centerpiece, or gift for a friend. The fragrant chartreuse foliage of this dwarf evergreen continues to brighten your winter décor long… Continue reading Three Indoor Trees for the Holidays
Managing Grief Over the Holidays
Life is tough. Grief is painful. We all know this. And in no way do I ever want to diminish the intensity and genuineness of hard times. The holiday season especially resonates as a time of assumed joy and jolly while there so often is a looming emotion of grief, mourning, and worried hearts. Grief… Continue reading Managing Grief Over the Holidays
Coping with Grief During the Holidays
It’s never easy dealing with the loss of a loved one, but it can be especially difficult during the holiday season. Some people find solace spending time celebrating with friends and family while others may feel uncomfortable doing so. There is no right or wrong way to handle the holidays, and there is help available… Continue reading Coping with Grief During the Holidays
We ♥ International Women’s Day!
Today, we’re celebrating International Women’s Day, which honors the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women throughout history. Check out some of the landmark events and incredible women who worked to improve women’s rights in the USA.
Four Ways to Give (and Heal) This Holiday
The holiday season is a time to give and a time to heal. Sometimes the healing comes through the giving. For example, someone afflicted with a serious illness, such as cancer, makes time to volunteer and support others who are sick. The acts of compassion translate into raising public awareness, bettering one’s self-outlook, and becoming… Continue reading Four Ways to Give (and Heal) This Holiday
Creating Rituals to Encourage Gratitude
The holiday season is near beginning, when we look back at the fruits of our labors and give thanks for our abundance. But many people find it difficult to move their attention from the problems in their lives to recognize their blessings. Ritual can provide the framework to evoke a spirit of gratitude and give… Continue reading Creating Rituals to Encourage Gratitude
Alzheimer’s Families and the Holidays
While holiday celebrations are often joyous occasions, they can be challenging and stressful for the millions of families living with Alzheimer’s. Families and friends may be unsure of how to involve their loved one with Alzheimer’s in activities without overwhelming them (or others). The Alzheimer’s Association tells families that with some planning and adjusted expectations,… Continue reading Alzheimer’s Families and the Holidays
7 Ways to Save on Gifts Cards for the Holidays
There’s a disconnect between shoppers and gift recipients this holiday season. According to a survey conducted for the National Retail Federation, consumers plan to spend less on gift cards this year compared to last year. However, gift cards top holiday wish lists for the ninth year in a row, making them the most popular present… Continue reading 7 Ways to Save on Gifts Cards for the Holidays
10 Tips to Help You Eat, Drink, and Be Merry Without Holiday Weight Gain
Editor’s note: The holidays are traditionally celebrated with all kinds of fattening foods, and making healthy choices this time of year can be especially tough. Here, fitness, nutrition, and weight loss expert Warren Honeycutt provides a few tips to help you avoid overindulging this holiday season. One of the undisputed highlights of the holiday season… Continue reading 10 Tips to Help You Eat, Drink, and Be Merry Without Holiday Weight Gain
Creative Holiday Gifts That Keep On Giving
Make this holiday season one filled with creating memories and gifts that keep giving throughout the year. Terrariums have made a comeback and make wonderful do-it-yourself projects and gifts for beginning and experienced gardeners. They enable gardeners to continue to grow no matter the weather outdoors and can be updated and used as decorations throughout… Continue reading Creative Holiday Gifts That Keep On Giving
Smart Charitable Giving for The Holidays
Roughly one quarter of all charitable gifts are made in the final six weeks of the year, likely the result of holiday spirit and the need to give before year-end for tax purposes. Pamela Yellen, a financial security expert and two-time New York Times bestselling author, has some smart tips for fulfilling charitable giving: Give… Continue reading Smart Charitable Giving for The Holidays
Holiday Shopping: Spend Less, Enjoy Life More
Two months before Christmas, the National Retail Federation predicts 3.7% uptick in holiday spending. But at the same time consumers report a big decline in financial security in part because many people are struggling with too much debt. With consumer debt topping a record $3.47 trillion, we can all use practical advice for reining in… Continue reading Holiday Shopping: Spend Less, Enjoy Life More
Why Are The Holidays So Hazardous To Our Health?
It’s a sad statistical fact: The holidays, from Christmas to New Year’s, are a treacherous time when it comes to our health. “There’s a spike in heart attacks and other cardiac issues,” says Dr. John Young, a physician specializing in the treatment of chronic illnesses through biochemical, physiological and nutraceutical technologies. “The incidence of pneumonia… Continue reading Why Are The Holidays So Hazardous To Our Health?
5 Tips for Dealing with Difficult People at Family Holiday Gatherings
The holidays, for all of their hopeful preparation and sparkle, can come apart at the seams very quickly when difficult people do what they do. We all know some variations of people like these, who can strike fear and dread into the holiday experience, but you can change that. You can have your holiday cookie… Continue reading 5 Tips for Dealing with Difficult People at Family Holiday Gatherings