by Funke Akoni | Feb 20, 2026 | Tips
Decades back, when many of us were growing up, life in our neighbourhoods felt different. People looked out for one another. Families living on the same street knew each other by name and built strong, genuine relationships. When a new family moved into the community,...
by Funke Akoni | Feb 13, 2026 | Inspiration, Tips
Guilt is a self-focused reaction that occurs when we feel we have failed to meet a particular standard, whether it is our own expectation or someone else’s. It is often accompanied by regret and the wish that we could go back and do things differently. However, not...
by Funke Akoni | Feb 6, 2026 | Health and wellness, Retirement, Tips
Feeling lonely and living alone are not the same thing. A person can live alone without feeling lonely, and someone can feel deeply lonely even when surrounded by people. Living alone often happens as a natural stage of life; for example, when children leave home to...
by Funke Akoni | Jan 30, 2026 | Inspiration, Tips
As we move along our aging journey, it’s easy to fall into the habit of complaining about everything. Over time, this constant complaining can turn some of us into grumpy old people that nobody wants to be around. This, however, is not a natural or unavoidable part of...
by Funke Akoni | Jan 23, 2026 | Retirement, Tips
Retirement can be a beautiful new chapter for couples. After years of juggling work, family responsibilities, and busy schedules, it finally offers the opportunity to put each other first again. With fewer daily pressures, there is more room for physical and emotional...
by Funke Akoni | Jan 16, 2026 | Inspiration, Retirement, Tips
Feeling disconnected, even when we are surrounded by friends and family, is more common than we often admit. This feeling is known as isolation. When it lingers for too long, it can affect our mental and emotional well-being, leading to depression, worry, anxiety, and...
