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Needs versus Wants and Hyper-Consumption: How Did We Get Here?
I spoke with a client recently about the concept of “needs” versus “wants” and that society seems to have lost the distinction between the two. Our over-spending and consumption reflect a…
Get a Bird Feeder Now to Brighten the Dreary Winter Days
Birds visiting feeders, munching on the coneflower seeds in the garden and perching in the shelter of evergreens help brighten the long, often dreary days of winter. Just like gardening, bird…
Vermont’s Covered Bridges are Where History and Beauty Converge
Vermont boasts some impressive statistics when it comes to covered bridges: There are more than 100 in the state, which ranks it No. 1 in the nation in covered bridges per…
Risk of COVID-19 Infection Three Times Higher for Unvaccinated Nursing Home Residents
Nursing home residents and staff experienced a surge in coronavirus in the four weeks ending August 22, with both cases and deaths roughly six times as high as they were in…
The Psychology of Healthy Aging
Behavioral science research has conclusively shown that psychological factors impact quality of life for adults over age 50. Seniors have tangible opportunities to maintain their cognitive acuity and physical vitality that…
