April 2017 Events in Cape Coral, FL: Believe in Yourself

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:

§  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 10^th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. (RSVP by April 9^th at 239-542-3121.)

§  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 28^th from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. (RSVP by April 26^th 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.