Live a Long Healthy Life WITHOUT REGRETS!
In this interview, Rachel McClure offers solid advice to parents and grandparents of alcoholics and drug addicts. What are the DON’Ts and DOs? Rachel has worked with the children, parents, grandparents and other loved ones suffering from the impact of someone else’s addiction. Being a parent or grandparent may not be how you imagined it….
Why Get Organized? Clutter is an obstacle to an energetic high-quality life. It can, and does, cause problems in people’s lives and relationships. Advantages to Less Stuff Less stuff is easier to clean Space with airflow means a reduced risk of mold and mildew (and musty odors) Less clutter lowers the risk of fire and…
Group exercise classes are affordable and they offer social opportunities with like-minded people. Group instruction is great but for one exception… Individual attention cannot be extended during group class time. Group Exercise Class Instructors Only Offer “Global Instructions” “Lean your body forward.” If a student doesn’t understand the instruction, the teacher tries different wording, explaining…
Understanding Resolutions vs Rituals in 2020 I go to the gym twice a week and typically park my car within 10 spaces of the door but last week was different. I had to park at the extreme end of the parking lot. January Resolutions at the Gym Why were there no parking spaces? Oh, because…
Novels Based in Put-in-Bay, Ohio Chances are you’re already familiar with some of the characters and locations in Bob Adamov’s books! This award-winning island author is in the process of writing his 14th mystery adventure novel and all 14 books involve Lake Erie’s action-packed summer vacation destination, Put-in-Bay (South Bass Island). Real-life characters, like the…
An 84-Year-Old Optimist with an Attitude of a 14-Year-Old! As a man of 84 years, I’m making just one resolution for 2020; I want to live this year with the attitude of a 14-year-old boy. Awaken to Opportunities and Appreciation This year, I promise to begin each day thrilled to be alive. The world was…
Where Does AGTV Go From Here? Readers are always welcome to MAKE REQUESTS for articles and interviews! RECOMMENDATIONS for inspiring interviews are appreciated! GUEST WRITERS are invited to submit articles for consideration! Private and business SPONSORS and ADVERTISERS keep AGTV going! Coming Up Soon: The fun Island Author, Bob Adamov, talks about his uniquely-written books…
2019 was the First FULL YEAR for Aging Gracefully (AGTV) This past year has been a journey filled with surprising unplanned growth and I’m GRATEFUL to continue Aging Gracefully with YOU! Below are Fun Statistics from 2019! Most-Watched Interview Marc Milkie shared his incredibly difficult challenge of rebuilding his life after losing both legs. His…
Supporting Family Caregivers Many programs focus on the person who is ill, but BRI Care Consultation is unique because it supports the family or friend caregiver of the patient. BRI Care Consultation helps caregivers of older loved ones in four ways: Identifies family priorities during the loved one’s disease process Expands the network, connecting caregivers…
Nobody Plans to Be a Caregiver This is a true story about my dear friend, Vanessa Wesley, who ended up being a caregiver for a loved one. It could be anyone’s story. Vanessa says, “Being the caretaker for my father in my retirement years wasn’t what I had planned, but it’s what happened.” Dad Moved…
Do you want to go out and party? Ha! You can’t even stay up until midnight anymore? It’s still possible to have a fulfilling New Year’s Eve! You can still make it a GREAT event, even if you’re going to be alone! Here’s a list of easy and inexpensive ideas for New Year’s Eve activities!…
Is Holiday Music Getting to YOU? Maybe you’re tired of hearing the same songs over and over. Or, maybe the holiday music is making you sad instead of gleeful. Either way… Below is a Happy Playlist for YOU! Holidays aren’t for everyone. I understand. That’s why I took the time to find these fun music…
Are You a Holiday Hater? You’re not alone. Unless you want to be. Let me explain If you don’t have friends or family around you for the holidays and you’re missing your loved ones that are gone, you may need a strategy. You may have to give yourself a stern talking-to. The Tool of Distraction…
“Dad, what kind of gift do you want this year?” “Nothing, honey.” What kind of gifts do people over 50 really want? Friends and family gathered together. Isn’t THAT the truth? Do you really “want” anything? If you’re a typical American over 50 years old, you’re working on decluttering, not bringing more “stuff” into the…
What if you could live to 100? What if you could bear witness to the changing world, see your great-grandchildren become adults, and enjoy life in a healthy body up to or past 100 years? You can if you have a plan! The Fearless After Fifty Plan 1. Make a Commitment to a Long Life…
