Two winters ago, I spent a long weekend kayaking down a calm stretch of river with a group of acquaintances.| The Vessel
Last weekend, I was helping my granddaughter Emma with a school project when she asked if she could "AirDrop" some photos to my laptop. I stared at her| The Vessel
When someone slams a door, you guess they’re upset. When they’re unusually quiet, you figure they’re deep in thought. That’s communication 101, right? However, the human psyche isn’t so simple. For those who were raised to suppress their emotions, things can appear quite differently in adulthood. And it’s not always easy to spot these folks. … Continue reading "People who were raised to suppress emotion often show these 8 unusual traits as adults"| Global English Editing
We hear so much about lifespan—the number of years we can expect to live. It’s often framed as the ultimate measure of health and success: live longer, and you’ve “won” the game. In Australia, women live on average to 85, men to 81. And thanks to advances in medicine, technology, and public health, those numbers … Continue reading "The secret to aging well isn’t just living longer—it’s living with more joy"| Global English Editing
There’s a thin line between selflessness and self-neglect. When we’re so focused on others, our job and other responsibilities, we often forget about our own essential needs. And the worst part? We’re usually the last ones to notice. Neglecting our own needs can sneak up on us, subtly and quietly. The signs aren’t always obvious, … Continue reading "9 subtle signs you’ve been neglecting your own needs for too long (without even realizing it)"| Global English Editing