Susan U. Neal's Blog

Seven Ways to Not Feel Old

I turned 63 this year. The sixties have been an interesting decade thus far. Different things make me happy than previous decades. I am finding more in the moments than the momentous. Doing is now balanced with being. Dressing up is less important than finally finding the perfect pajamas.

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Your Organs Will Thank You

According to the Cleveland Clinic, “You may not know your kidneys are struggling. Most people don’t have symptoms of kidney disease in the early stages. That’s why it’s important to attend annual wellness exams with your primary care provider to manage chronic conditions like diabetes or high blood pressure that can lead to kidney disease.”

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Dealing with the Weight of Unforgiveness

Unforgiveness doesn’t just affect your emotions—it weighs on your body, clouds your mind, and disconnects your spirit. Discover how forgiveness can improve your mental, physical, and spiritual health—and why practicing it daily might be the healthiest habit you’ll ever form.

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Climbing Out of My Valley

My weight gain was getting out of control. Yes, I was in menopause—and that is definitely an excuse I could use. But I had been in menopause for several years, and it was only when I turned sixty-two that the weight stuck to me like super glue.

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The Restorative Effects of Forest Bathing

In January on this blog, Linda Carter shared an excellent article, “Nature Therapy for a Healthy Lifestyle.” She gives suggestions for a variety of ways to add nature to our daily lives. This article will focus on one of the methods—Forest Bathing.

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Don’t Let Binge Eating Take Control of Your Life

Do you binge eat? If you find that you have great difficulty controlling the amount of food you consume, you may have a problem with binge eating. But you are not alone. According to Healthline, almost three million people in the United States deal with binge-eating disorder.[1] Binge eating ruins your relationship with food and negatively affects your livelihood. Having a healthy relationship with food is important not only for your physical well-being, but also for your spiritual health.

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Don’t Let Food Allergies Run Your Life

Are you allowing your food allergies to dictate your mental health? It’s a given that food allergies will affect our physical life, but it shouldn’t run your entire life.

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Beyond Flavor: Salt’s Powerful Meaning in The Bible

Did you know that salt is naturally present in many biblical foods? While often seen simply as a flavor enhancer, its significance goes much deeper. Salt appears throughout the Bible and carries a special meaning, representing important spiritual truths. Mentioned over 40 times, understanding salt's role in Scripture can transform our perception of this everyday substance.

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One Simple Practice to Boost Your Mood and Improve Your Outlook on Life

Do you find yourself struggling with low energy? Have you felt irritable and on edge? Is it difficult to maintain a positive outlook on life?

You’re not alone. With all that’s going on in the world, it can be hard to get through the day without feeling overwhelmed.

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The Simple, No-Cost Way to Destress and Detox Your Body

There is a lot of talk these days about detoxing our bodies. This makes sense considering how many toxins we are exposed to every day; from the environment and the foods we eat. Stress alone can cause a buildup of toxins in our body, as it affects gut health and inflammation levels. 

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