April 29, 2022
Move More in May: Five Reasons to Increase Physical Activity
In many parts of the country, the month of May is when the weather warms after a cold winter. That means it’s time to get up and move more! Whether…
April 25, 2022
Five Tips for Talking with Your Children about War and Conflict
When war and conflict make the headlines and children see disturbing images on television or the internet, it can create feelings of fear, stress, sadness, anxiety, and even anger. They…
April 19, 2022
The Balancing Act of Work and Family
What does riding a bike, using a wheelbarrow, arranging flowers, and placing furniture in a room have in common? All of these tasks require balance. It is hard to explain…
April 15, 2022
Tips for Being a Savvy Supermarket Shopper
As the rising cost of living is cutting into our budgets, it’s important to be savvy in our grocery shopping. Consider these tips. It can be discouraging to see food…
April 13, 2022
10 Tips to Overcoming Loneliness
Humans need social connections to survive and thrive. One report found that one-third of adults age 45 and older feel lonely and nearly one-fourth of adults 65 and older are…
April 7, 2022
Spring Pruning Pointers
Temperatures are warming, and it is time to get out in the yard again. One of the first orders of business is pruning shrubs, roses, fruit trees, and raspberries. Many…
April 5, 2022
How Can I Express My Feelings in a More Gentle (less blaming) Way?
We cannot expect our loved ones to guess what is going on inside our minds. This makes expressing our own feelings in a non-judgmental or blaming way critical to healthy…
April 1, 2022
Include Water-Efficient Practices in April Gardening Plans
As drought concerns in Utah continue this year, it’s important to begin the gardening season with water-efficient practices in mind. USU Extension provides a website with drought information and resources at drought.usu.edu. Topics…