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RetireHub
December 15, 2024
Good morning from RetireHub! ☀️ Your Sunday newsletter is here to enrich your day with the best online deals, tips for fostering community and social connections, and some delightful trivia we know you’ll enjoy!
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On this day in 2001, Italy’s Leaning Tower of Pisa reopens after a team of experts spent 11 years and $27 million to fortify the tower without eliminating its famous lean.
RetireHub Poll
What activities or settings do you find most effective for meeting new people and staying socially engaged after 60? |
Why Connection Matters
Strong relationships can reduce stress, improve mood, and even support better health. Whether it's sharing a laugh with friends or volunteering for a cause you care about, feeling connected makes a big difference.
Simple Ways to Stay Engaged
Volunteer: Giving back to your community is a great way to meet people and make a positive impact.
Join a Group: Find clubs or classes that align with your hobbies, whether it's a book club, fitness group, or gardening circle.
Attend Local Events: From markets to workshops, attending events can help you stay engaged and meet others nearby.
Stay in Touch: Regular chats with family and friends—whether in person, on the phone, or online—keep relationships strong and meaningful.
Technology Helps Too
If getting out is challenging, technology can help you stay connected. Video calls and online groups can bridge the gap and bring you closer to loved ones and new friends alike.
Whether in person or online, community and connection enrich our lives. Take a step today—there’s always a new way to engage with the world around you!
Yesterday’s Poll Results: What’s your go-to comfort food?
“Something homemade” was the clear winner with over 38% of the vote! There were a ton of comments on what specifically people like to make themselves, or enjoy in general, with chocolate being the most common write-in answer!
Thanks to the many of you who vote and comment every day. We love hearing from you!
Our favorite comments:
“Meatloaf & Mashed Potato’s ”
“Chocolate! Specifically chocolate cake with chocolate icing.”
“This definitely depends on my mood, but dark chocolate is high on my list. Nuts and cheese chips are frequently a choice, also. ”
“Black bean soup with cheese and cream .. made and served in Guatemala!”
While we can’t publish them all, we do read and appreciate every comment. Some comments are edited to make room for more contributions.
What We’re Reading
Here’s a free book just for you—download it now before this limited-time offer disappears!
 | By Jennifer Faye Twelve days before Christmas, the forecast calls for snow—and a 100% chance of love. In this heartwarming holiday tale, Melinda Coleman, owner of the Seaside Bookshop, risks everything with a risky deal that could cost her more than she expects. Meanwhile, single father Liam Turner is struggling to balance fatherhood and his work. When these two old friends join forces, they find the greatest gift of all: love. Plus, enjoy a festive bonus—Santa’s Mitten Cookies recipe! Perfect for fans of cozy holiday romances! |
Senior Living News From Around the Web
Staying Social After 60: How to Make Someone’s Day by Watching for Opportunities to Connect
Staying social after 60 is key to maintaining a fulfilling life, and small acts of connection can make a big difference. This article offers great tips on how to spot opportunities to reach out and brighten someone’s day, whether it’s a friendly chat or offering a helping hand.
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Longevity Tip of the Day
Get social—Studies show that loneliness increases the risk of early death by 45 percent. It weakens the immune system and raises blood pressure while increasing the risk for heart attacks and stroke. By contrast, people with strong ties to friends and family have as much as a 50 percent lower risk of dying, according to a study in PLOS Medicine. So visit a friend. And don’t discount your online friends. A 2016 study by researchers at the University of California, San Diego found that those who use Facebook also live longer, but only when online interactions don’t completely supplant face-to-face social interaction.
Slang Phrase of the Day
Phrase: Cheugy
Meaning: Something that is out of date or a person who is trying too hard.
In a sentence: "Did you see your mom trying to rap at your birthday party? Yeah, it was so cheugy!”
Good News of the Day
Anonymous $3.5 Million Gift to Milwaukee Art Museum Provides Free Admission for Children
An anonymous $3.5 million gift to the Milwaukee Art Museum will provide free admission for children, making art more accessible to young visitors. Want to learn how this donation is shaping the future?
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RetireHub Trivia
Want more trivia? Play our “Nostalgia Trivia Game” on our site! We add fresh questions daily, so there’s always something new to test your knowledge.
Not into trivia? No worries! We’ve got plenty of other fun games to enjoy, like:
Which planet is known as the "Red Planet"? |
In which year did the Titanic sink? |
Who was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean? |
How was today's newsletter? |
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