Remembering a visit to the ancient city of Tikal
A few years ago I visited Guatemala, in Central America, while there I made an unforgettable visit to the ancient ruins of Tikal. Guatemala is a country of endless contradictions...
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Greysnet Creative Writing Course: Chapter 6
Well, here it is. The final chapter in our hugely popular Creative Writing Course. Endings are always difficult and parting is such sweet sorrow. In this final edition our Creative...
Panic attack signs – and what to do if you have one
We are living in troubling and uncertain times, so it’s hardly surprising that a new study has found that the number of Google searches for “anxiety” and “panic attacks” has...
Should I stop running if my knee hurts?
The most common site for pain in recreational runners is the knee. For some, especially older runners, the pain can be a symptom of osteoarthritis. But does running worsen knee...
A brief history of chocolate – and some of its surprising health benefits
Chocolate in all its forms is something that I, along with many others like to indulge in on an almost daily basis. But chocolate as it’s enjoyed today is quite...
Brighten Up Your Day With Our Seated Dance Workshop
We could all use a little sunshine in our lives right now. If you are looking for a way to brighten up your day then why not try our fantastic...
Coronavirus: Is it safe to fly yet?
After months of lockdown many of us are looking forward to getting out and about again and some are even considering taking a holiday. While there are lots of beautiful...
Missing Mantel? Discover four great authors of historical fiction
The enormous success of Hilary Mantel’s Wolf Hall trilogy has won an army of new fans for historical fiction. Whether you’re new to the genre or a devotee of Mantel’s...
Thinking of giving up meat? Here’s five things for older adults to consider when switching to a plant-based diet
Plant-based diets continue to grow in popularity, worldwide. There are plenty of reasons people switch to a plant-based diet, including ethical and environmental reasons. However, a growing number of people...
How to reduce the risk of mental decline with age
Losing our mental faculties, known in scientific terms as cognitive decline, is one of the biggest concerns associated with getting older. However more and more research is showing that loss...