{"id":110,"date":"2022-06-15T02:19:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-15T02:19:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/scaadvisorsprd.wpenginepowered.com\/northern-illinois\/2022\/06\/15\/4-ways-your-loved-one-can-enjoy-a-more-holistic-approach-to-senior-living\/"},"modified":"2022-06-15T02:19:00","modified_gmt":"2022-06-15T02:19:00","slug":"4-ways-your-loved-one-can-enjoy-a-more-holistic-approach-to-senior-living","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/scaadvisorsprd.wpenginepowered.com\/northern-illinois\/2022\/06\/15\/4-ways-your-loved-one-can-enjoy-a-more-holistic-approach-to-senior-living\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways Your Loved One Can Enjoy a More Holistic Approach to Senior Living"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Today, more people of all ages are recognizing how mind, body, and spirit are connected. This holistic approach to living carries with it many benefits for young and old alike. Encouraging your older loved one to embrace a more holistic approach to senior living is a beautiful way to not only demonstrate how much you care about someone but also to help them improve their quality of life. Holistic living is all about honoring the fact that we are more than simply the sum of our parts, and acknowledging the needs of one\u2019s whole self. Let\u2019s look at three ways your senior loved one can do just that.<\/p>\n

Move More<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Incorporating Movement for Better Health<\/h2>\n

Our bodies are meant to move, and that doesn\u2019t change as we age. In so many ways, regular movement becomes a cornerstone of overall good health the older we get \u2014 and this doesn\u2019t necessarily mean physically exhausting exercises. What it means is choosing movement over lethargy: taking steps instead of the elevator, walking someplace instead of driving, dancing more, gardening, playing with grandkids and pets. It\u2019s important to remember that regular movement and activity aren\u2019t just good for the body; they\u2019ve been shown to elevate mood and\u00a0stave off depression<\/a>, something that\u00a0 seniors often experience. Staying able-bodied and active can lead to happiness that penetrates every aspect of one\u2019s life.<\/p>\n

Nourish More<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The Importance of Mindful Eating<\/h2>\n

The importance of mindful eating and maintaining a healthy diet can\u2019t be overstated. Mindfully eating means paying attention to what nourishment your body needs and how it responds to the food you put into it. Mindful eating also asks why you eat. Is your senior loved one eating out of boredom or loneliness? Are they eating because they\u2019re dealing with\u00a0sadness or grief<\/a>? Identifying and addressing the root causes of unhealthy eating habits and making sure there are plenty of wholesome and healthy food choices available to your loved one can help them see the benefits of nourishment both physically and emotionally.<\/p>\n

Connect More<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Fostering Social Connections<\/h2>\n

Humans are social beings and need a connection to others for companionship and friendship.\u00a0Staying socially connected<\/a>\u00a0can instill a sense of belonging and security and can alleviate anxiety, depression, and other mental stressors. Regular and meaningful interactions with others have also been shown to:<\/p>\n