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There is some evidence that an optimistic, positive attitude can actually help keep you healthy. A number of studies suggest that having an optimistic attitude the general feeling that good things will happen may improve cholesterol levels, boost your immune response, and lower your risk of death from conditions like heart disease. Even if you're not a particularly positive person, here are four ways to help boost positive thinking.Good luck! We'll be trying out these strategies ourselves!Be GratefulEvery day, spend a few minutes thinking about or writing down the people and things you're grateful for. Some people do this in bed before going to sleep. Some research shows that focusing on gratitude can make you feel happier and reduce stress.Imagine Your Best Possible SelfThink about how you want your life to turn out in terms of your personal life and relationships. Write it down as a story. Then spend five minutes each day imagining that possible future. One study found that people who did this every day for two weeks became more positive in their outlook.Share Good NewsA lot of people naturally turn to friends and family for support when things go wrong. But how about when things go right? Make an effort to share the good news in your life.Push Back Against Negative ThoughtsWhen something doesn't go as planned, is your first thought to blame some part of your personality? Next time that happens, stop yourself and come up with a more specific explanation. For example, if you didn't exercise like you planned last week, don't just call yourself lazy. Think about what was going on and how it was hard to fit in exercise. Studies have shown that explaining events by focusing on specifics (what you had to do last week) instead of bigger issues that are harder to change (your personality) can help improve your attitude.

Healthcare professionals are observing a declining senior population, particularly those who chose to go it on their own. The Covid Pandemic, a scourge particularly for seniors when it began, has reduced faith in Assisted Living as a viable and safe solution for the elderly.Many have chosen to delay choosing a senior living solution. This is understandable given the harsh restrictions assisted living facilities were saddled with at the height of the pandemic. Today, however, it is a different story. Life is quickly returning to normal, very much like the time prior to Covid.The benefits to you making the move are numerous. First, by taking this step you can prevent social isolation. Unless you really thrive on being alone, one of the best reasons for joining a senior community is social. The keyword here is community. It is a place to thrive as you get to know your neighbors and begin new relationships.By becoming part of an assisted living community, your free time is yours to do with what you want, no longer worrying about paying the bills, cooking, cleaning, and remembering to take medications. You'll eat three meals a day (or more) designed specifically for senior health. And you'll enjoy sharing them in a dining room with friends and family. You'll have all your transportation needs met. Need a ride to the doctor? Want to go to Walmart? Transportation is provided.You'll regain your independence, very much like heading off to college. With numerous activities and outings daily, you'll begin to realize that aging is better than you thought. You will experience 24/7 professional care. Care from people you know and who know you.And finally, when you join a senior living community you'll be in a place where people are tuned into your needs and are watching out for your health and wellbeing. Most important, in addition to all these benefits, joining a Senior Living community that is right for you will bring you peace of mind. Peace of mind that you'll be able to do all the things that you like, and not have to do the things that you don't like. We invite you to contact us today. Crossroads at Northglenn has a Senior Living solution for you and your loved one!