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Make sure you get out of the house even for a short period of physical activity—it’s a great way to immediately release tension and improve your mood. Ten minutes of brisk walking is all it takes to increase serotonin and endorphin levels, reducing stress and anxiety.

Discover the power of hawthorn berry with us on Wednesday, June 24 from 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Learn how this wellness favorite can support heart health and more at this free program for adults 55 and better. Register today: https://bit.ly/47zGx24

The power of a good distraction is truly amazing. According to a British study, reading for six minutes releases tension and reduces stress by as much as 68%. Keep a page-turner close at hand, near your favorite chair or on the nightstand.

Mastering a new language or musical instrument has been shown to boost brain health for at least one year.

Use virtual reality to get your dose of green spaces and improve your mood.

Get creative at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum on Thursday, June 25 at 1:00 p.m.! Try flower pressing, learn about native plants, and enjoy the beauty of Lincoln Park with community and nature all around. This free program is for anyone age 55 and better. Register today: https://bit.ly/4egeZSR

Volunteer work has been linked to better memory & other cognitive skills.

Join our FREE virtual program "Flower Power in the Garden" to learn about all things floral! We'll meet for four weeks in July to engage with flower power around garden usages, floral designs, edible flowers, flower pressing, fragrances, and more.

Register here: https://dashboard.eventcombo.com/ms/ev/79541/flower-power-in-the-garden/home?eventRoleId=

Try the sport of orienteering for a workout for your body and long-lasting benefits for your cognition.

Start your morning with music, movement, and joy at Golden Star Club! Join Mather in Chicago’s Lindblom Park area tomorrow, June 17 at 10:30 a.m. for a fun-filled morning of dancing and community. Bring a friend! Register here: https://bit.ly/44bVeWB