So much of our lives are routine-oriented. The “patterns” including all that’s involved in raising children, working and other responsibilities typically have us set in pattern-mode. Psychologists believe that patterns tend to minimize stress. Now, I don’t think anyone is claiming that kids or work are stressless—but rather knowing there’s a routine to the day […]
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No Dummies…No “Just” Anything
The most societally undervalued benefits of age are the priceless intangibles that accrue from taking care of others, while managing the ebbs and flow of day-to-day living. Several years ago I wanted to hire a personal assistant. I received over 100+ resumes and almost all had the typical office skills I needed. Yet, one fascinating […]
Comparison, Imperfections, Yesterday and Today
Like snowflakes, we are all beautiful in our own ways. A work of art can be perfect while filled with imperfections. Yet, what is imperfection when speaking about works of art, like humans? If we are all one-of-a-kind, with no two of us the same, how can imperfection exist? How can a one-and-only be imperfect? […]
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Stop Aging? I don’t think so. Wrong message. In fact, I’m here to boldly declare that this is not what I’m trying to do at all. Slow the biological impact of aging factors, yes. Stay as healthy as possible, yes. Stay metabolically and mentally strong, absolutely. Stop all the wisdom that accrues from daily experiences […]
Taking Calculated Risks
I’m a big believer in taking healthy calculated risks and pushing oneself into uncharted territory. My goal is to give up both my fears of failure and my fears of success: They are equally powerful. Yet, the more I accept that there are no guarantees of failure or success, the easier the idea of making […]
Scoring One Hundred Percent
“Poring” Over Beauty
Owning Our Eccentricity
I’ve always gravitated towards eccentric people. A dictionary search defines eccentricity as unconventional and slightly strange behavior. Strange is defined as unsettling and hard to understand. Personally — I define eccentricity as any and every form of self-expression from bowties and suites to tattoos and mohawks because it all depends on individual persuasion. Depending upon […]
Turning Points
Turning points are those moments when our world seems to turn upside down —whether we like it or not. Crisis often accompanies our turning points, and difficult or important decisions must be made. Suddenly, we are challenged to adapt, reach, grow…and maybe even rebirth ourselves into what feels like a new life. Both events and […]