Reminiscence: An innovative wellness and health care approach

Reminiscence has been found to lower depression, improve attitudes of people toward caregivers, and increase self esteem. That's why health care companies and hospitals are taking notice of LifeBio's innovative reminiscence programming for individuals and communities. This is cognitive fitness at its finest without all the expense of other brain fitness programs.

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Graduation - Preserving Memories While Beginning a New Journey

Whether your loved one is graduating from high school or college this spring, the day will be one that is filled with cherished memories. Help them capture and preserve the memories of their great accomplishment by beginning their autobiography. Sure, right now your graduate is on cloud nine, but will he or she remember every detail about how they felt on this very special day when he or she received the diploma or degree, walked across the stage or each friend and family member they shared the moment with?

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Getting to Really Know Mom

This Sunday, millions of families will gather to celebrate the love and devotion of mothers. Whether you plan to go to brunch, cook a special dinner, attend a church service, or just stop by for a visit, use this opportunity to engage your mother in meaningful conversation and truly get to know her for who she is.

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New Family Traditions for Cinco de Mayo

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

History matters to us. Cinco de Mayo celebrates the anniversary of the Battle of Puebla, when the Mexican army defeated the French in 1862. Cinco De Mayo--a day to celebrate Mexican national pride, independence and freedom

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Iowa State finds tie between reminiscence and happiness

Here is a groundbreaking study by Dr. Peter Martin at Iowa State…don’t miss this! Read the first two sections of the article to see what I mean….

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Family Reunion Fun

Summer is quickly approaching, and that means the season for family reuions will soon be in full swing! For many of us, family reunions are the only time when we are allotted the opportunity to spend prolonged periods of time with our loved ones. Try incorporating the LifeBio Memory Box into your family reunion activities, and let the fun begin! The LifeBio Memory Gift Box, comes complete with the Memory Journal, The Story of My Treasures, LifeBio.com Online Membership (autobiography template), Story Cards and a commemorative pen. 

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What is a Personal Historian?

Writing an autobiography or biography is seemingly a daunting task. Sometimes knowing where to start can be the most difficult part. Then deciding what should be included, what should not be included and so on can make the process of creating an autobiography or biography challenging.

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Preserving Oral History

The oral tradition of telling family stories was crushed in the 20th Century by the rise of all other forms of entertainment. Storytelling was much more common when we didn't have the movies, reality TV and the radio. So instead of seeking a conversation with our family members, we've got plenty of things to distract us.

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10 Fun and Cheap Activities to do with Your Grandkids

The economy has been in decline for quite some time now, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop spending quality time with your grandchildren. There are plenty of cost-effective, fun activities that you and your grandchildren will enjoy! The following activities from Leah Ingram’s Suddenly Frugal: How to Live Happier and Healthier for Less, can help you reconnect with your grandchildren, and save money:

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