Living Longer, Living Better Archives

Joe conducts a preflight check of a Cessna 172.

How One Man Found Purpose After Retirement

Floundering after he retired from his job of 30 years, he found new purpose for the next chapter in his life by taking to the skies.

10 Ways to Boost Your Mood

By Ashley Lateef2 min read

Life can be a roller coaster ride with its ups and downs and sometimes it can be too much for us to handle. Whether you’re dealing with loneliness, uncertainty, loss or worry; there is always a way to boost your morale. Here are some useful tips to improve your daily outlook.

7 Easy Veggies To Grow Yourself

By Minda Honey6 min read

Shrink your food bill by planting these easy-to-grow herbs and veggies at home.

Guideposts Says Goodbye to Dame Vera Lynn

By Brett Leveridge4 min read

Beloved British singer Dame Vera Lynn, who in 2017 released a record-breaking new album and sponsored a charity concert, died at 103 on June 18, 2020.

How One Volunteer and a Community Garden Changed Children’s Lives

By Dawn Blackman9 min read

See how one woman’s decision to help city kids learn about food changed her life, revitalized a community garden and transformed a neighborhood.

How Volunteering Adds Life to Your Years

By The Editors2 min read

Retirees frequently find purpose and fulfillment by turning to volunteering; here are some reasons why you might want to follow in their footsteps.

7 Easy Habits to Improve Your Health

By Sabra Ciancanelli2 min read

Add these healthy habits to your daily routine and nurture your mind, body and spirit.

How Greenery Can Help You Live Longer

By Brooke Obie2 min read

A recent Harvard University study shows that living around green vegetation increases women’s life expectancy and mental health. Here are 5 ways to add some green to your life.

Grace smiles for the camera as she helps those in need.

Amazing Grace: A Nursing Assistant Makes a Difference

By Ashley Lateef3 min read

Grace understands that helping others and having a positive outlook on life will return with love in the future. As a nursing assistant a humble, compassionate attitude is Grace’s main strong point and her patients have noticed her upbeat persona.

5 Cheap Ways to Learn a New Language

By April Holloway, Esq.4 min read

There are endless benefits to learning a new language at any age. These 5 tips will help you do it nearly for free!

T. Morgan Dixon (right) and Vanessa Garrison, founders of GirlTrek

Two Friends Start a Nationwide March to Better Health

By T. Morgan Dixon10 min read

GirlTrek founder T. Morgan Dixon and her best friend were feeling unhappy and unhealthy, but an American hero inspired them to make a change and launch a movement.