Kindness is more contagious than COVID
I can’t thank you enough for all the uplifting quotes I received in response to my last email. I was overwhelmed by your enthusiasm, insight and warm words of support. I now have enough quotes [...]
A friend a day keeps the doctor away
A review of 148 studies involving more than 300 000 people, found that feeling socially connected reduces premature death by 50%. Conversely, chronic loneliness can damage our health to the tune [...]
What’s been missing?
For two years we’ve been inundated with daily news about Covid-19 — the numbers, variants, hospitalisations, vaccines and lockdowns. But with all the noise, the most important information has [...]
Lack of sleep and the risk of dementia
Helena was interviewed on Channel 9’s Today Show about lack of sleep and the risk of dementia.
Being optimistic boosts your brain
Train yourself to see the glass half full. Not only will you live longer, you’ll reduce your risk of dementia. Researchers at University College London have shown that repetitive negative [...]
Being an optimist lowers your risk of dementia
Helena was interviewed by Richard and Belinda about dementia and positivity
Three Big Brain-Boosters
I don’t know anyone whose life hasn’t in some way been shaken by the devastating fires. My heart goes out to everyone who has suffered fear and loss. And to all the firefighters and helpers who [...]
My Father’s Answer to everything
Not long ago, I asked my father for his most important life advice. My first question was: ‘What’s the key to a lasting happy relationship?’ He answered: ‘Find someone you can laugh with and cry [...]
