As the end of the year approaches, many of us reflect back upon what the time has blessed us with. We also look at what problems needed to be attended to and what was done to address those issues and to put them right.

In this month's issue, our environmental expert, Stephen Hammond’s article, Sustainability For Our Planet, recaps points that were highlighted throughout the year in our Special Feature articles about susta inability for the world. His point is to remind us once again of the need for us to look after our planet for future generations. There are many things that once we are aware of them, we can participate in to do our bit to help mitigate many of the problems.

As well as looking after our planet, we must remember that our bodies also need taking care of. Especially as we grow older. This month’s Mercury Rising feature, Strength And Flexibility, written by Glecy Gamboa, urges our readers to take care of our bones and joints. This is of paramount importance for our senior citizens in the growing dai ly struggle to maintain flexibility and mobility.

The stigma that used to surround mental health issues has happily eroded somewhat over the past five or six years. Not to say that it has disappeared, simply because the struggles that many went through are now recognised and accepted as a medical condition and not a sign of weakness or failure. Art Villasanta’s feature, Bored To Death, brings to the forefront the dangers of being bored. This article helps us to understand some of the problems and offers a few solutions that have been proven to give help.

As a parting offer towards the end of the year, please join in our fun online competition entitled, ‘Season of Giving’ and get the cha nce to win some fantastic prizes. Please see the ad and our social media pages.

Good Luck…

As always,
JV Arnaldo