ZOOMER Magazine

VIDEO East of Eden Literary Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck may have called his character Cathy Ames a “monster,” but the infamously cruel antiheroine gets a reappraisal in Zoe Kazan’s version. Her grandfather Elia Kazan’s classic 1955 film gave James Dean his first starring role – playing Cal Trask – but this adaptation centres Oscar nominee Florence Pugh’s Cathy.

“Did you ever think that love would be in need of love?” Stevie Wonder slips that question into the first track on his 1976 album Songs in the Key of Life. He’s already been singing for five minutes about the serious news he has to pass on to everybody – “that love’s in need of love today” – and he’s doing it so passionately, so purposefully, so Stevie. And then he hammers it home, pointing out the inconceivability of turning our back on love.

Numerous types of thoughts pass through your mind over the course of a day. You may be reminiscing about your last vacation, thinking about a news story, recalling a funny conversation or brainstorming ideas for weekend plans. Not only are these thoughts highly prevalent in everyday life, but they also have wide-ranging impacts on how we function. Our research shows that different types of thoughts are meaningfully tied to emotional well-being.

Civilizations are often remembered not for their politics or their leaders, but for the figures they worshipped. Ancient Greece is as known for Achilles and Odysseus as for its achievements in democracy and philosophy. Medieval England is remembered less for the Plantagenets than for the legends of King Arthur and Robin Hood. The wild west has Davy Crockett, Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Cruise in his iconic scene from Risky Business, 1982, and some of the roles he’s taken on as he’s matured.

“Remember when your parents would send you to the store to get them cigarettes?” asks Canadian improv legend Colin Mochrie, of TV’s Whose Line Is it Anyway? fame. “Or, you were just gone for the entire day and your parents had no idea where you were? They didn’t really seem to care.

Canada is marking its 15th annual Seniors Day, an occasion set aside to acknowledge “the contributions that older adults have made and continue to make to our families, communities and society.” With the federal government encouraging younger Canadians to celebrate the seniors in their lives with a simple thank you, visit or act of kindness, CARP president Anthony Quinn is taking aim at increasingly divisive rhetoric that pits the older and younger generations against each other.

Leisure activities play an important role in our well-being. Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, reading, gardening, photography, painting, or team sports, these moments help us relax, stay active, and connect with the people we care about. However, when vision is less than optimal, even enjoyable activities can become frustrating. Eye strain, glare, blurry vision, or dry eyes can quickly take the fun out of your favourite hobbies.

As the seasons change, so do the light, temperature and outdoor conditions around us. Our visual needs may change as well. Choosing eyewear suited to these different conditions can improve comfort, reduce glare and help you see clearly throughout the year. Spring: Getting Ready for Brighter Days As the days grow longer, our eyes are once again exposed to brighter sunlight. Pollen, dust and wind can also cause discomfort for some people.

Our eyes work tirelessly from morning to night. Between screens, artificial lighting, stress, fatigue, and seasonal changes, they are constantly being used. Yet we often forget that good eye health starts with simple daily habits. Taking care of your eyes is not only about wearing glasses or seeing a professional when your vision becomes blurry. It is also about adopting a lifestyle that helps protect and support your vision over time. Take Breaks from Screens Screens are now part of everyday life.

Dear Traveller, Every trip has them, those moments where you wander without a destination, take your time selecting the perfect snack at a bustling market, or give yourself a break at a quiet spa. This month’s featured journeys all offer those moments: a soak in a thermal spring, a chance to experience a local culture, or the opportunity to get a little lost in a picturesque city. On our Timeless Campania tour, explore Ischia’s gentle island pace.