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Often, when we or those we are caring for are in a moment of anxiety or even panic, we can benefit from techniques that are a little more physical or sensory-oriented. Here are four small and simple physical ways that may calm one’s anxiety and get the mind and its racing thoughts back into one’s body and reality. ...
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You know fashion influencer Linda Peavy as Northeast Ohio Boomer's Style Stop columnist and blogger. Now you can add 'author' to Linda's long list of accomplishments. She has written a much-anticipated fashion book: "The Cultured Curves Guide to Style for Mature Curvy Women, Volume 1." Linda is offering a free online style party to celebrate on February 3, and you're invited. ...
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Don't let winter ruin your skin. Linda’s here with six facial masks that help guard against the elements and sun while infusing moisture, declogging pores, and targeting fine lines and sagging. Masks are a great way to give your skin an instant pick-me-up, and here are the best masks for any skin concern. ...
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Better Business Bureau® Serving Greater Cleveland (BBB®) has announced the Top Ten Scams of 2023 affecting five Northeast Ohio counties. Steady inflation and the changing job market have contributed to how scammers chose to target their victims last year. Don't let the scammers get away with it in 2024. ...
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Sharing your life and home with a beloved pet is one of the best things in life. But for some low-income pet parents, inflation, housing costs, and the rising cost of pet food and veterinary care make it difficult. A movement is growing to help connect struggling pet parents with resources that will help them be able to live happy and healthy lives with their pets. ...
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) affects millions of people in northern climes. Often known as the Winter Blues, it is more than just feeling "down." Symptoms can include depression, sleep problems, lethargy, overeating (!), irritability and feeling unsocial. Here are 10 suggestions for alleviating the Winter Blues. ...
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Asking for help may be difficult for some people, so even when you offer support to an overwhelmed caregiver, it can be equally challenging to figure out what might be appropriate. Starting out simple can lead to other ideas once your offer of assistance has been accepted and appreciated. ...
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Consider the start of the new year as an opportunity for you to engage with Social Security online. This begins with creating your free and secure personal my Social Security account at ssa.gov/myaccount. ...
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