Wisdom or worry, what's better?
Stress tends to build up during the day. When it's time to go to bed, your mind is probably racing, and you're probably thinking about tomorrow's to-do list while trying to keep track of everything.
You may shift your focus away from your current situation by immersing yourself in a good book. According to one study, reading for six minutes can reduce stress by up to 68 percent.
Please leave a comment with your book recommendations or all-time favourite picks to help our community get a good night's sleep.
Papamoa Indoor Bowls
New members are welcome at our friendly daytime indoor bowls club.
First game free and coaching available. Prizes and a club raffle to be won. Friday 11.45am to 3pm Papamoa Sports Centre, Gordon Spratt Park, off Parton Road. Call Neal 027 544 5460 or visit our webpage Papamoa Senior Indoor Bowls. See you there.
Changing the conversation around dementia
Reducing stigma starts with the words we use, and shifting the way we talk about dementia is a powerful step forward. This World Alzheimer’s Month, Ryman is highlighting the importance of reducing the discrimination caused by stigma surrounding people living with dementia.
Caroline Bartle, Ryman’s Dementia Care and Innovations Lead, says that using appropriate language when referring to people with Alzheimer’s and other types of dementia can foster a more inclusive society. This not only benefits those experiencing cognitive decline but also their families and the wider community.
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