Tag Archives: healthy-living

Thanksgiving Travel

Posted on November 23, 2022 by terryshen

  Today commences one of the busiest travel seasons in the US. AAA estimates 54.6 million folks in the US will be traveling during this time.  Out of which 4.5 million will travel by air. The numbers are nearly comparable … Continue reading →

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Self Compassion, Part 2

Posted on September 7, 2022 by terryshen

  In the big wheel of life, one can feel like a small cog: helpless, and powerless.   But have faith that you can and do make a difference – to yourself, if none others.   Shouldn’t we make time … Continue reading →

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Self Service?

Posted on September 5, 2022 by terryshen

  When mention self service, the image of pump your own gas, indulge a buffet, or similar may come to mind. But that is not what I am talking about. In fact, the self service I have in mind is … Continue reading →

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Week In Review – 28 Aug 2022

Posted on August 28, 2022 by terryshen

Don’t know about you, I feel the time is slipping by faster and faster as the year goes on, like a roll of toilet paper. With only three days left in August, plenty anxieties exist. Whether it’s the droughts due … Continue reading →

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Week In Review – 14 Aug 2022

Posted on August 14, 2022 by terryshen

Wildfires, storms, and periods of drought are on the rise in intensity and frequency due to global warming. Coincidentally, the US Congress passed a bill that incentivizes alternatives to fossil fuels and investments to combat greenhouse effect. Other than natural … Continue reading →

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My Simple Approach to Life

Posted on August 12, 2022 by terryshen

  Retired for 7 years, I plan to stay fit and healthy. Aging gracefully is now my simple approach to life. For without health, living becomes difficult, letting alone be graceful. How do I do it? Exercise, nutrition, and good … Continue reading →

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Reblog: I’m Still Standing

Posted on July 11, 2022 by terryshen

We all want to have our voice heard.  But in our forward-looking society, ageism, however,  renders  people of “a certain age” voiceless. That’s why I find the posting “I’m Still Standing” not only touching but inspiring as well. Hope you … Continue reading →

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Aging In Place?

Posted on July 6, 2022 by terryshen

  There is no place like home.  Yes, home sweet home. Understandably people want to stay in their own homes, even when they get old. That’s what “Aging In Place” means as I looked into it. As we get older, … Continue reading →

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Fun With Rituals

Posted on July 1, 2022 by terryshen

  Do not confuse ritual with routine. Albeit similar, the former is intentional and selected for personal fulfillment while the latter is more a schedule-based task.  In comparison, ritual is more mindful and enables. Take my Saturday morning long run … Continue reading →

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Fresh Fruit & Vegetables

Posted on June 27, 2022 by terryshen

  Fresh fruit and vegetables are my favorites. They are not only tasty, healthy, but also  inexpensive. But challenge is that they are perishable. So how to keep them fresh is the limiting factor given my fixed refrigerator space. Many … Continue reading →

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