Hold On For One More Day: A Stronger Grip Can Mean Longer Life
Good Fall Equinox Eve! Terminating summer and all these kinds of things.
IT’S ABOUT DAMN TIME
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and right on time, the FDA has approved the first oral medication for postpartum depression, offering hope and relief for the millions of women suffering from this condition that has long been treated a bit too cavalierly by people who have no idea what they’re talking about…lookin' at you, Maverick. It’s refreshing that we are finally normalizing the mental health conversation, so let’s keep up the good work, yes?
WELL WORTH WATCHING
I expected to spend zero hours of my life learning about Arnold Schwarzenegger, so I was delighted by how much I enjoyed the three I did spend. The three-act Netflix docuseries chronicles his ordinary-to-extraordinary life, warts and all, as he conquered bodybuilding, Hollywood and politics, but the most interesting moments are his reflections on how he got there; a true testament to the power of mindset and focused visualization. And speaking of pumping iron…
HERE'S A TIP, MAKE THAT CHANGE
A strong grip is not only a biomarker for longevity, but taking proactive steps to improve grip strength can actually help to stave off frailty, injury and the natural decline in immunity associated with aging. Dexterity-focused activities like drawing, needlepoint, or playing piano or guitar can yield long-term benefits (this may explain how Keith Richards is still standing), but for those of us less creatively inclined, a few minutes a day of old-fashioned exercise can do the trick. This nifty set of squeeze balls comes in a 3-pack, convenient for a workout while bingeing Arnold, zooming, or reading your faaaavorite newsletter. The keys to longevity are literally in your hands.
Be well, and also have fun,
xo,
Erica