Each April we begin our Healthy Aging Series with a focus on
brain health, and encourage you to Believe in Yourself. We know that believing
in yourself has a positive effect on your mental health, but did you know that
self-confidence influences your physical health as well? Recent studies show
people who exhibit self-confidence are generally healthier and tend to live
longer. That's because confidence is a positive emotion and positive emotions have
countless health benefits for your mind, body and spirit. In nurturing
wellbeing by encouraging an active body, an engaged mind and a fulfilled
spirit, Juniper is also building self-confidence. The link between health and
confidence also may be related to the ability of positive emotions to boost our
brain's power to hold attention, be aware and remember things. We are better
able to learn, build new skills and relate with others when we are feeling
optimistic. Also confident people are better able to handle chaotic situations
in a positive manner. This helps to reduce or avoid excessive stress, high
blood pressure, anger, confusion – all the negative side effects of feeling
powerless, overwhelmed and out of control.
If you need to kick start your confidence, here are a few
things to try: smile; count your blessings; surround yourself with confident
people; learn how others have found their confidence and follow their lead;
challenge negative or inaccurate thinking and replace with accurate,
constructive thoughts; and encourage yourself. You can also plan to join us
this month for uplifting discussions and a focus on brain health with offerings
such as Daily Brain Builders, Wii games, and a Brain Healthy Luncheon.
Our fabulous April 2017 events in Cape Coral, FL at Juniper
Village at Cape Coral include our:
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Lee County Sheriff’s Presentation as we are
proud to welcome back our special guest speakers whose topic will be Tips and
Tricks on avoiding Scam Artists during this program that will provide
information on what to look out for when someone has bad intentions, such as
scammers who are looking for a way to get your money; this event is open to all
Lee County residents, families, caregivers and area professionals, and light
refreshments will be served on April 10th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. (RSVP
by April 9th at 239-542-3121.)
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A Mindful Musical Journey with one of our newest
entertainers, Alex, who enlightens us with the soothing sounds of her lovely
harp, and for those who have never heard a harp played up close and personal,
you will not want to miss this amazing performance as there is no better
instrument to ease your mind than listening to the dreamy sounds of the harp,
and delicious assorted cheeses and wines will be served on April 28th
from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. (RSVP by April 26th at 239-542-3121.)
We look forward to sharing our April 2017 events in Cape
Coral, FL at Juniper Village at Cape Coral with you as you Believe in Yourself.
