WITH FOCUS AND SUPPORT! Another Chance to Get It Right New Year’s resolutions and goals seem to be on everyone’s radar, but they cannot be achieved without action! Resolutions tend to get a bad rap because of how many people fail to get past January before they give up altogether. So, it may be time to take a new approach! Start with a specific goal. Millions of people resolve to lose weight, be more productive, or give up bad habits for the new year. But instead of choosing a general, ambiguous goal, focus on something more concrete you can realistically measure and achieve! What about that new promotion, career opportunity, or even an advanced degree? Getting specific on how the goal is essential to your career will get you past the inevitable obstacles and failures. It will be worth the time, energy, and heart you invest in a career enhancement. Commit to developing your networks. Your professional network influences your career potential. You don’t have to attend every event and mixer, but choosing a few opportunities to connect with others or meet new people can be a building block of your resolution. Get those events on your calendar for a greater chance of sticking with the plan! Create an accountability system. Consider choosing a trusted person — personally or professionally — to check in periodically to see how you are progressing on your goals. This way, they can offer encouragement, brainstorm ideas, and hold you accountable for sticking with it. Putting thoughts on paper is also a great way to hold yourself accountable! In a journal, you can write down everything you want to accomplish within a set time frame and continuously check off the things you finish! Strive for progress, not perfection. Striving for perfection can derail your progress in the long run, so it’s important to frame your goals in terms of knowledge, networks, and experiences you collect along the path to success. No one is perfect, and everyone has setbacks along their road to success. Still, if you set your sights on the goals and take it one step at a time, you are that much closer to achievement.
3 INDOOR ACTIVITIES FOR DEMENTIA PA Winter is in full swing, meaning more people are staying inside to avoid the harsh winter breeze. While staying indoors will keep you warm and comfortable, it can be difficult to find activities to do with your aging parent — especially if they have dementia. Keeping dementia patients engaged in daily activities is beneficial for the body and the mind, so here are three activities you can do to improve your loved one’s day. Get moving by listening to music. Music is a great way to bond with others; discussing the artist or genre you’re listening to. It can also help your parent remember their youth and the good times associated with music. So, put on their favorite tune and see if they have any memories to share. You can also encourage them to dance with you, which can give them that daily dose of exercise. Release your inner child by coloring. There are several adult coloring books on the market right now, but you can also print out sheets from the internet. While coloring is a relaxing and soothing activity, it will also help your loved one with their motor skills. Staying between the lines and shading in the areas can maintain your loved one’s hand-eye coordination and dexterity. Get crafty by creating a scrapbook. DIY scrapbooks are a great way to spend time with your loved ones and help them strengthen their cognitive abilities. You can either make a scrapbook out of family pictures, where you and your loved Keep Loved Ones Engaged
Air Fryer Roasted Salmon With Sautéed Balsamic Spinach
Inspired by TasteOfHome.com
Ingredients
Directions
1. Preheat air fryer to 450 F. Rub 1 tsp oil over both sides of salmon, then sprinkle with seafood seasoning and pepper. In a greased air fryer basket, place salmon. 2. Cook about 10–12 minutes until fish flakes easily. 3. In a 6-qt stockpot, place remaining oil, garlic, and pepper flakes. Heat over medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Stir in tomatoes; heat through. 4. In a small saucepan, bring vinegar to a boil. Cook until vinegar is reduced by half, then remove from heat. 5. Arrange spinach on serving dish. Place salmon over spinach mixture and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
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3 tsp olive oil, divided
4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
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1 1/2 tsp reduced- sodium seafood seasoning
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1/4 tsp pepper
1 garlic clove, sliced Dash of crushed red pepper flakes 10 cups fresh baby spinach (about 10 oz) 6 small tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
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