Page 29 - Seniorstoday January 2024 Issue
P. 29
done but remember that while others are Online therapy tools and virtual therapy
going through a tough time you seem to be apps are relatively new, but there’s
better off than others. mounting evidence that they deliver
measurable benefits to those who use
20. Cuddle up with your partner / spouse them, particularly with shorter-term stress
For healthy consenting adults, sex can be management. Several mental wellness apps
mindblowing, the good feelings around can help you learn coping skills and stress
the brain during sex are due to brain management. Choose one that fits your
chemistry, specifically dopamine and needs.
opioid chemicals that the brain releases
have a positive effect on mental health. It’s 24. Catch up with Family
a fallacy that seniors can not enjoy sex. Create a family tree starting with two
generations earlier. It’s a great hobby to
21. Learn a new language or take an connect with distant cousins. You never
online course know who you could find compatible and
Learning something new is another way to start a new friendship. A family provides
challenge your brain and hone a practical great emotional support talking, emailing,
skill. Learning can promote healthy messaging on WhatsApp and extending
cognitive ageing and it could have a role in your circle of friends is highly satisfying.
delaying the onset of dementia. Research A family can also be a source of pain and
says that the brain responds favorably to agony, blocking those out of your horizon
cognitive challenges. that cause you unhappiness.
25. Start a new hobby
Whether it’s going to a bird sanctuary or
doing research on your city or reading
about the maritime history of your country.
Curiosity is a wonderful thing that ignites
your passion about new subjects, is a
great stress reliever and can occupy you
productively.
Practising self-care in our senior years is
22. Check out the Critics, Top Movie more essential than ever, when it comes
Picks to taking care of our emotional health and
Not in the mood for reading, immerse wellbeing.
yourself in inspiring TV shows and movies Pamper yourself, have a massage, a
about strength in difficult circumstances. facial, yoga, travel, a pedicure, a manicure,
These stories are about how others have visit the spa, give yourself a gift. Choose
faced adversity and persevered. Have a something specific that you know will
good take home lesson. bring you joy. Enjoy the experience
of shopping or indulging in a treat.
23. Try Virtual Therapy and Stress Consciously keep away from people and
Management Tools things that create negativity.
SENIORS TODAY | ISSUE #55 | JANUARY 2024 29
