5 Essential Questions to Ask in Your 50s
“Ten years from now, what will you regret if you don’t learn it or do it now?” Anticipated regret is a form of wisdom and can be a catalyst for
Is it Better to be an Early Bird or a Night Owl?
I’m not alone. Apple CEO Tim Cook and Disney’s Bob Iger get up at the same time. According to one survey, two-thirds of the chief executives of large American companies
“What Did You See When You Died?”
A wailing siren and a soft, reassuring hand. That is all I remember from my ambulance trip in suburban St. Louis during a sticky, humid summer day. My heart had
The Gift of Longevity: Reframing Retirement and Higher Education’s Role in Midlife Exploration
Reflecting on my experience last year as guest faculty for the Modern Elder Academy’s Reframing Retirement course, I’m reminded of the profound transitions we all face. Whether it’s leaving behind
A 10,000-mile Journey in Search of Self and Kindred Spirits
Imagine embarking on a whimsical odyssey, almost like Frodo, the famous character from The Lord of the Rings by J. R. R. Tolkien, but with less hairy feet and no ring to
Discover the Pace of Nature
We had a miraculous workshop cohort in Santa Fe this week with Jerry Colonna leading a group of 27 compadres in “Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up.” One
What are the Top 5 Factors to Healthy Aging?
The McKinsey Health Institute developed a test with 53 factors that could lead to great health as we age and then they asked thousands of older folks which factors they
Are You Ready for Your Golden Gap Year?
And, then I stumbled upon this detailed article in The Guardian (UK) newspaper about how to take a midlife work sabbatical. The trend is fuelled by workers aged 50-plus who
Laughter is Carbonated Spirit
It wasn’t all about reminiscing. It included being honest about where we are today and what we aspire to be. But, most importantly, we laughed…. a lot! I felt more
Songs in the Key of Life
There’s a fine line between terrifying and exhilarating.Sitting in front of a small group of intimate strangers, I’m about to take an extraordinary leap of faith. I’ve volunteered to sing
Digital Wellbeing: Elevating Our Relationships with Wonder
After all, we are biological. We aren’t in nature, we are nature.As curious learners and leaders, we can invite better forms of connection, empowered by our human imaginations. I teach
Four Organizations Amplifying the Value of Modern Elders
Encore Fellowships: Celebrating its 15th anniversary this year, the Encore Fellowships program matches seasoned professionals with social impact organizations to boost nonprofit capacity, build strong diverse teams, and give people