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Believe it or not, it is possible to let go of the things you just don’t need by Tina Y. Gerbe
I have often said, I am looking forward to my retirement, which is just around the corner! Martin and I have been completing home...
Colleen Green
Jun 17, 20213 min read
A pacemaker shouldn’t stop you from enjoying life by Tina Y. Gerber
Pacemakers aren’t just for older people! The pacemaker was invented over 50 years ago by Mr. Wilson Greatbatch. Whether you have a...
Colleen Green
Jun 3, 20212 min read


The challenge is to maximize the good parts of getting older by Tina Y. Gerber
I will be the first to admit; I haven’t always practised healthy habits! If you’re like me, it’s never too late to improve your health. I...
Colleen Green
May 20, 20213 min read
Changes are part of the learning process by Tina Y. Gerber
by The Standard | Podcast May 6th, 2021 https://thestandardnewspaper.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Life-Changes-Tina-Gerber-May-6th-2021....
Colleen Green
May 6, 20213 min read


Reading is a fun and inexpensive hobby
Reading is a fun and inexpensive hobby by The Standard | Podcast 04/01/21 https://thestandardnewspaper.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Read...
Colleen Green
Apr 1, 20212 min read


How do we embrace growing older by Tina Y. Gerber
Today, everything is changing, and aging is no exception. The threat of illness and financial insecurity stimulates us to be anxious. And...
Colleen Green
Mar 18, 20212 min read


Make a conscious effort to remain healthy
by Tina Y. Gerber Aging is a fact of life! Physical changes can occur in almost every organ and can affect senior’s health and lifestyle....
Colleen Green
Mar 4, 20213 min read


Nothing ever grows in your comfort zone by Tina Y. Gerber
by The Standard | Podcast February 17, 2021 https://thestandardnewspaper.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Nothing-Grows-Zone-Feb-18th-2021.w...
Colleen Green
Feb 18, 20212 min read


When is the best time to retire?
By Tina Y. Gerber Retirement is almost as inevitable as taxes we all come to a time for this decision. There are many elements to...
Colleen Green
Jan 7, 20212 min read


How family roles have changed by Tina Y. Gerber
So much has changed since I was a kid. The structure of families has changed, both in city life and traditional rural communities....
Colleen Green
Dec 17, 20202 min read


When Joy is hard to find by Tina Y. Gerber
Christmas is a time of good cheer, relaxation and celebration, yet many not knowing how to deal with pressures or challenges we are...
Colleen Green
Dec 3, 20202 min read


God is a source of inspiration and hope for people of faith
Hardships and struggles happen to every person in this fallen world, both Christians and non-Christians alike. As Christians, God gives...
Colleen Green
Nov 19, 20202 min read


Collateral Damage: The Pandemic Fallout
The past several months have been challenging for everyone. The coronavirus and the devil have been banging at my door: poke, poke, poke...
Colleen Green
Nov 5, 20203 min read
Simple ways to improve your health by Tina Y. Gerber
I had a memory lapse last year, and it freaked me out! My granddaughter and I went for a walk I couldn’t recall my street address! I knew...
Colleen Green
Oct 15, 20203 min read
Living the Good Life by Tina Y. Gerber
What does living the good life actually mean? We all have our own definition, concept, or understanding, of the good life. The good life,...
Colleen Green
Sep 17, 20203 min read
Are you living on autopilot?<br>by Tina Y. Gerber
A gentleman told me last week, he was only existing in life and not living! This made me think long and hard about life in general. Life...
Colleen Green
Sep 3, 20203 min read
Has social distancing made you feel withdrawn and lonely
Have you been feeling lonely over the last four months? If so, then you are not alone! Researchers found, loneliness can cause many...
Colleen Green
Aug 6, 20203 min read
Often, life feels like a jigsaw puzzle
by The Standard | Podcast July 16, 2020 https://thestandardnewspaper.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Puzzle-July-16th.-2020.wav There is...
Colleen Green
Jul 16, 20203 min read
What to do about stress: so, you can live a healthier life
What to do about stress: so, you can live a healthier life by The Standard | June 2nd, 2020 Podcast https://thestandardnewspaper.ca/wp-c...
Colleen Green
Jul 2, 20202 min read
Are you ready to retire and begin the next chapter of your life by Tina Y. Gerber
While working, many of us dream of retirement, vacations, playing golf, or spending more time with the grandchildren. But, in reality...
Colleen Green
Jun 18, 20202 min read
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