Lifestyle

It is an interesting read.

A little brain training today may help stave off Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia for at least 20 years.

Read more here.

“Three central components of subjective well-being were considered: life satisfaction, positive emotional states, and negative emotional states.” - Dr. Susanne Bücker

Research points to the 70s as the happiest decade of all.

But for me, at 50 is my happiest time of my life, living in a tiny house in the Appalachian hills, working a side job on my own terms, sitting on my porch watching the mountains do nothing fast — I think I’ve already found it. Maybe happiness isn’t an age. It’s a life that fits.

But I’ll check back in at 70. Just to see.

Paris spent a decade ripping out car lanes and replacing them with 550km of bike paths, pedestrian squares, and actual trees — one of the most ambitious urban transformations on the planet. The results are real. Amazing! The hard part now is keeping that momentum going after Hidalgo leaves office.

You already know how to build a habit. You brush your teeth every day without negotiating with yourself about it. What if you treated everything else the same way?

“Habits should feel like brushing teeth.” — Preetam Nath

This idea from Preetam Nath is the ultimate fix for burnout.

Small shifts, big impact. 🌱 New research from @RealSimple highlights that you don’t need a total life overhaul to live longer.

Honestly, most of this is just common sense, but we could all use the reminder. If you want to live a long and healthy life, stick to the basics below.

The top 5 habits that actually add years:

1. Moving for 30 mins a day 🏃‍♀️
2. Prioritizing quality sleep 😴
3. Staying socially connected 👯‍♂️
4. Managing stress 🧘
5. Eating more whole foods 🥗

It’s never too late to start! Which one are you focusing on today?

So apparently Americans just “discovered” lüften, — the German practice of airing out your home — and gave it the very dignified name of “house burping.” Germans have been doing this for CENTURIES. A Yale sleep psychologist explains why it actually works:

“You know that feeling when you’ve washed your sheets and they’re so clean and fresh? It’s almost like you’re giving yourself that feeling on a daily basis.”

Spring cannot get here fast enough. My tiny house needs all the fresh air it can get — ready to fling open every window and the front door.

You know those moments when you're scrolling through your reading list and something makes you stop mid-sip of coffee? I had a few of those this week.

Milk Without Cows (Yes, Really)

So apparently, we’re living in the future now. Scientists are making real dairy milk without cows. Not almond milk, not oat milk. Actual milk with the same proteins as cow’s milk, but made in labs using precision fermentation.

And this isn’t some far-off sci-fi anymore. Remilk and Gad Dairies just launched “The New Milk” in Israel. Like, it’s rolling out in cafes and restaurants right now, with retail launches happening in January 2026. This is real milk you can actually buy and drink.

I’ve always wanted to start a bullet journal. It was created by a designer who needed a better way to stay organized and focused. The idea of having one simple place for goals, habits, and daily tasks really appeals to me. Might finally give it a shot this year. Link, Link, and Link

Two months into managing diabetes and still learning so much. Found this article on bedtime routines—checking blood sugar before bed, timing dinner right, prepping your room for sleep. Actually helpful stuff worth checking out—Steps To Take Before Bed If You Live with Diabetes

Shaking up my breakfast routine! 🥜 These peanut butter banana muffins are exactly the variety I needed. Wholesome, delicious, and so easy to make. Here’s to breaking the breakfast boredom! I can’t wait to make them. But I will need to buy a muffin pan, first.

Recipe: Peanut Butter Breakfast Muffins