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Brain Health: Keeping your brain active
Aging Well | Last Active: May 14, 2023 | Replies (113)Comment receiving replies
I write. I published my first fiction book last year at age 74 and I also ghostwrite books for others. I thought it was time to retire so I tried that and spent most of my time reading. I realized I was bored and went back to writing and am much more content now. Not that reading isn't also good for your brain, but writing seems to be the key to happiness for me.
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@lakeside1999 I salute for your writing skills. I’m a terrible writer, and have had a reading problem since childhood.
Three years ago I started to paint with acrylic paints on canvas. I had never tried that before I believe, because I was too busy taking care of my family. Now I’m single, live alone, and can do whatever I want.
Art has become my happy spot. It keeps me alive!
I’ve also just started doing jigsaw puzzles. I’m 73 years old and I am excited to sit in front of the puzzle each morning for a few minutes. I even bought a puzzle table that is portable, and tilts so you can see the puzzle better.
A 1000 piece puzzle is a challenge for me, but I don’t give up.
I borrow the puzzles from my library. Free is good!
The biggest brain builder for me though is building my family tree on Ancestry! If you want to combine your talents into one activity a family tree is the way to go!
Two years ago I was diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment. I’m doing well…