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094: You Could Use Some Wabi-Sabi as You Age

094: You Could Use Some Wabi-Sabi as You Age

It's amazing to me how reading an unrelated article provides inspiration for useful insight about aging. I was browsing my article feed on Medium and came across an article about the case-less use of an iPhone. Actually, I'm a fan and follower of the writer who

092: The Case for a More Sustainable Lifestyle as You Age

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092: The Case for a More Sustainable Lifestyle as You Age

It's amazing how when you're young you give little if any thought to pacing yourself. I mean, why should you? You have energy to burn and not much holding you back. As you age, well, you tend to feel burned out and prefer to hold yourself

090: Why Not Think Differently About Aging?

090: Why Not Think Differently About Aging?

Did you ever wonder why aging is associated with phrases like "over the hill" or having "one foot in the grave...?" I could add more but think about it - does an aging mindset that focuses on being on a downhill slide or being one misstep

089: The Cost of Living in Tomorrow-land

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089: The Cost of Living in Tomorrow-land

Tomorrow. It's a word with dual meaning. It can be used in optimistic anticipation as in Annie's famous lyrical encouragement: "The sun will come out...tomorrow. Bet your bottom-dollar that tomorrow will be..." To the contrary, tomorrow can also mean delay for whatever reason.

086: The Power of Advocating for Yourself as You Age

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086: The Power of Advocating for Yourself as You Age

Me, myself, and I. That's not a statement of self-centeredness. But it is a statement relative to being in your own "corner" when necessary. Being your own "wing-person" or advocate is increasingly essential in the aging journey. Unfortunately, advocating for yourself is necessary for

079: My Turn (One Year Later): Half-Marathon Reflections and Finishing Strong in the Aging Journey

079: My Turn (One Year Later): Half-Marathon Reflections and Finishing Strong in the Aging Journey

A lot can change in a year. Last year (April 2024) I watched my youngest daughter cross the finish line of her first half-marathon (13.1 miles) at the Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon. As a spectator, I wrote about that experience sharing my practical observations and applying them to the

065: My Word for the Year and How It Could Positively Impact Your Aging Journey

065: My Word for the Year and How It Could Positively Impact Your Aging Journey

For a few years I've selected a word for the year. It's more of a compass bearing to stay on track and help me avoid randomness in my daily life. This year's word (drumroll...) is... "Agency" No, I'm not doing

052: Have You Aged Out of Setting Goals?

052: Have You Aged Out of Setting Goals?

Do you still think about goals or goal-setting? As far as personal growth is concerned, goals might still be on your radar. And if you're longevity-minded, you might need to reboot of some goals you've set aside or recently discovered. Perhaps you don't really

046: Baggage Weighs You Down as You Age - Travel Lighter!

046: Baggage Weighs You Down as You Age - Travel Lighter!

Carry-on or checked? Trunk or trunk plus car-top carrier? Your preference or choice (out of necessity) says a lot about how you handle "baggage." Me...I'm a carry-on and make-it-fit-the-trunk kinda guy. I like to travel light as often as possible. Hasn't always been