Articles
The Power of Emotional Intelligence: The Connection of Empathy to your Income and Happiness
Having empathy is a sign of high emotional intelligence and actually takes practice. Below you’ll find some phrases to help you master being there for someone. Besides being experienced as a loving, kind human, empathy impacts many aspects of your life. So what’s in...
The Beauty of Aging: Embracing Life’s Precious Gift with Gratitude
There is extreme value in finding joy in getting older. As you age, you deeply discover the blessing of growing older and discovering the joy and beauty of life's stages. With that said, we found this essay by Lunyta that deeply resonated. Enjoy the beauty and wisdom...
Unpacking Grief: How It Feels Like Carrying a Stone in Your Pocket
Grief can be so complicated. Sigh. The myriad of emotions, the back and forth of anger, sadness, rage, despair, we know it well. We recently found this article by Jessica Watson and wanted to share it with you. We honor your grief, Love, Dr. Shawne “The best...
Beyond Loss: The Continuing Journey of Grief and Finding Comfort in Shared Sorrow
Grief is a hard. It's also a big part of your forgiveness journey because sometimes you need to forgive the person who left you. Logically you know it wasn't their fault, but the feelings can be overwhelming when you're grieving. The grieving process can sometimes be...
Your 60’s: The Surprising Decade of Productivity & Pursuing Dreams
Contrary to popular belief, your 60s aren't just for retirement—they're for reinvention. As you enter this remarkable decade, you step into a world of boundless opportunity and untapped potential. It's a time to chase your passions, pursue your dreams, and embrace a...
Embracing Inner Beauty: Suzanne Reynolds’ Poem on Aging as Extraordinary Women
Get ready to be moved! Suzanne Reynolds' poem isn't just about aging – it's a journey into the depths of our inner beauty. So grab your tissues and prepare to embrace the raw, authentic words of Suzanne as she takes us on this heartfelt exploration of a journey all...
Time’s Wisdom: 10 Valuable Lessons Learned Along the Way
As we grow older we realize there exists a treasure trove of wisdom patiently waiting to be unveiled. As we reflect upon our journeys, find solace in the lessons whispered by the passing years—lessons that have shaped your understanding, nurtured your growth, and...
Life Skills Education: Bringing Back Home Economics for Today’s Kids and Grandkids
Home Economics. If you’re near my age (60s!), you know about this required class we all had to experience. We were taught stuff that couldn’t be learned from textbooks, and many times, nor from our own parents (I didn’t know the importance of an oil change until my...
Dear Marilyn: A Humorous and Endearing Letter to the Iconic Star
We love this fun and adorable letter assumed to have been sent to Marilyn Monroe more than 70 years ago. In 1955, Nobel Prize-winning author John Steinbeck is thought to have sent this beautiful, heart-warming and funny letter to Marilyn Monroe. The letter, presumably...
A Teacher’s Legacy: Bridging Love and Loneliness in the Face of Bullying
There are rare individuals who transcend the role of teacher to become beacons of hope and champions of change. Such was the case with this teacher below, whose unwavering dedication to her students went far beyond the realm of mathematics. With a deep understanding...