Jordan Peschek, RN-BSN, Publisher

This month, we invite our readers to reflect on the ways we care for both body and mind. Just as the trees let go of their leaves to prepare for renewal, we too can embrace practices that help us stay strong, sharp and resilient through every season of life.

This month’s issue highlights the profound role that lifestyle choices play in sustaining health at every age. In “Strong at Any Age,” we explore how resistance training can be a powerful ally for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. Beyond building strength, it supports balance, bone health and confidence—reminding us that vitality doesn’t wane with age; it evolves.

Equally vital is how we nourish the brain. In “Feeding Our Brain Power,” Maya Whitman examines how the MIND Diet, a thoughtful blend of the Mediterranean and DASH approaches, helps preserve mental acuity. With abundant, delicious options, this way of eating proves that caring for cognitive health can be both accessible and enjoyable.

And in “Activating Neuroplasticity the Brain’s Ultimate Rewind Button,” Hannah Tytus explores the fascinating science of neuroplasticity, showing that the brain is never static. Through mindful choices—movement, connection, nutrition and rest—we can encourage the brain to adapt in ways that support healing and growth.

This season of transition reminds us that change is not only inevitable, but also an opportunity for renewal. Whether we are strengthening our muscles, nourishing our minds or reshaping our neural pathways, we are reminded of the extraordinary capacity of the human body and spirit to adapt.

Wishing you a vibrant October filled with clarity, strength and possibility.

Warmly,

Jordan Peschek, RN-BSN, Publisher