“I need to sell for more than it’s worth because I need the money.” Everyone deserves to get top dollar on the sale of their home, but some seek more for various reasons. Moving to an expensive retirement home, moving to a pricier area, and having to pay off debt. But does your buyer care? Buyers pay what they feel the house is worth (often trying for less) and won’t pay more just to help out a seller. Even if they did, a bank appraisal would likely prevent a sale. Would you pay more because the seller needs it?
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Clean Eating Recipe
Vegan Ice Cream Bars: 1 ½ cups raw cashews. 1 ½ cups water. ½ cup maple syrup. 2 TBSP. vanilla extract. Chocolate Coating: 1/3 cup raw cocoa powder. 1/3 cup melted coconut oil. 1/4 cup maple syrup. Add cashews, water, maple syrup, and vanilla to a blender. Blend until very smooth. Pour into an ice pop mold, insert popsicle sticks, and freeze overnight. Remove the mold and place on parchment paper. Mix the chocolate coating and spoon to spread a thin layer of chocolate mixture on all sides of the bars. Enjoy!
June Brain Teasers Answers
.1 Shake hands. 2. A penny. 3. A glove. 4. A river
Words to Live By
“Do not let the opinion of someone else get in the way of what is truly in your heart to express.” – Keith Macpherson
Words to Live By
“Listen carefully to the stories that you tell other people. Are the stories you share about your life in line with how you want to show up in the world?” – Keith Macpherson
Words to Live By
“True Silence is the rest of the mind, and it is to the spirit what sleep is to the body, nourishment and refreshment.” – William Penn
The Healthy Book Club
In “Not Good Enough: Understanding Your Core Belief and Anxiety,” Sabrina Trobak, MACP, RCC, CCS, (from Fort St. John, BC) offers practical strategies to manage anxiety. She emphasizes the significance of recognizing and challenging core beliefs, which impact thoughts, behaviors, and emotions. Trobak advocates for understanding one’s core belief’s origins and influence, enabling readers to address unhealthy patterns and cultivate lasting confidence.
Are You Having Fun?
As an older adult, you’re likely aware of the importance of staying active for optimal mental and physical health. Amidst all your activities, it’s crucial to ask yourself: Are you truly having fun? Fun and joy are essential components of a fulfilling life, making us feel alive, engaged, and connected to others. When we embrace laughter and play, the world becomes more vibrant and inviting. Every senior deserves to pursue enjoyable pastimes that transport them, making them lose track of time or feel like a carefree kid once again. The good news is that many of the best activities for senior citizens are low-cost or even free. So, why not explore activities that reignite the youthful spirit within you?
Make Self-Care a Priority
Stress is a natural part of everyday life. But are you aware that stress is among the number one causes of all kinds of health concerns, including sleep deprivation, changes in appetite, illness, anxiety, and depression? One of the greatest ways to combat these stress symptoms is to implement a self-care plan that is done regularly in your life. Self-care strategies include doing activities that you enjoy regularly. Like when a flight attendant does the safety brief and asks you to put on your oxygen mask first before helping others, it is important to ensure your health and wellness are a priority.
What Do I Do with my Crystal?
If your crystal gives you joy, keep it and use it every day! If you are not going to use it, pawn it off on a family member or give it to a thrift store that donates money to hospices, homeless shelters, or hospitals. It is more hassle than it is worth trying to sell it on your own. Very few people want it. There is so much out there; it seems everyone’s mother had a large collection of crystal, mostly pinwheel. There may be some value in Waterford crystal, so do get an expert’s opinion before disposal.
Eating Healthy on a Budget
The cost of groceries is rising, making it more difficult to pick the food that we think is healthy. Healthy food can be quite affordable. Focus on incorporating more frozen fruits and veggies and dried bulk legumes and grains into your diet. These can come with a lower initial price tag as well as a longer shelf life, resulting in less food spoilage. Incorporate meat and fish by looking for less expensive cuts. Make stock from the bones of the chicken you had last night, or use stew meat, veggies, and spices to flavour a large batch of soup.
