Planting Seeds That Matter

by Cynthia Germain Spring has a way of waking up something inside us. The days get a little longer, the sun feels a little warmer, and there’s a feeling of possibility in the air. So when we think of planting seeds, it’s easy to…

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The Joy of Aging

by Cynthia Germain I recently came across some studies that gave me even more reason to embrace the aging process. Turns out, many of us actually get happier as we get older. That’s right. Despite the cultural noise that often treats aging as something…

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Why Did I Come In Here?

by Cynthia Germain We’ve all done it. You walk into a room with a mission. And then… nothing. You have that curious feeling that you meant to do something. You stand there, scanning the space like it’s going to give you a hint.Welcome to…

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Discover CredibleMind Door County

by Cynthia Germain As we age, our mental and emotional well-being becomes just as important as our physical health. For older adults in Door County, navigating life’s transitions—retirement, changes in relationships, or the loss of loved ones—can feel overwhelming at times. That’s why CredibleMind…

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Mindful Living = Aging Well

by Cynthia Germain I have previously touched on mindfulness as a component of healthy aging so I thought it was time to make it a full focus of a blog. As you age, you are sure to encounter various changes that can impact your…

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Vestiges of the Tide

by Cynthia Germain There’s a rare, new exhibit at the Miller Art Museum in Sturgeon Bay. Ask Helen del Guidice, Curator of Exhibitions and Collections, what’s unique about this exhibit and she tell you it’s the topic, one relevant to our community…aging. And not…

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Lessons from Centenarians

The candlestick rotary phone, the ice box, the Ford V8 Sedan…if you are approaching 100 years on this earth, these definitely bring back memories.  There’s something truly remarkable about individuals who have reached the age of 100 and beyond. These centenarians, often dubbed “super-agers,”…

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