By Laurel Baer for the Village Chicago
The 2022 Village Trailblazer award for an author was presented to Dr. Becca Levy, for her groundbreaking book, Breaking the Age Code. The results of her research have brought a new understanding of what it means to be an” older American.”
Age beliefs are how we expect older people to behave, and in our culture, they are filled with negative stereotypes – which have real consequences. Continue reading this article by clicking here.
By: Ashley Walker for the Village Chicago | Spring has arrived! The sun is shining (at times), the flowers are blooming, spring showers are watering the flowers, the trees are regaining their leaves, and the weather is getting warmer by the day. Did you know that spending time outside can help your overall health? Nature, according to the Mental Health Foundation, has the ability to generate positive emotions, creative drives, and can aid in concentration. Continue reading this article by clicking here.
By: Ashley Walker for the Village Chicago | Roses are red, Violets are blue- would you believe that poetry can potentially heal you? It’s true! Poetry, according to a National Library of Medicine publication, can be used as a holistic healing technique. Reading and writing poetry has the ability to boost cognitive stimulation, influence social connection and build communities. Continue reading this article by clicking here.
