The Aging Process

One of the most empowering things you can do for yourself is to appreciate who you are and what you have. You might even take your gratitude as far as being thankful for your problems, because therein lies the opportunity to grow.… Read the rest

When I am old…
I will wear soft gray sweatshirts…
and a bandana over my silver hair…..
and I will spend my social security checks on
wine and my dogs.
I will sit in my house on my well-worn chair and
listen to my dogs’ breathing.… Read the rest

Paul Hawken is a renowned entrepreneur, visionary environmental activist, founder of Wiser Earth and author of many books — most recently Blessed Unrest.

Last week, he was presented with an honorary doctorate of humane letters by University of Portland, when he delivered this superb commencement address.… Read the rest

If you are in midlife, I’m sure you have noticed by now how advertising, marketing and media are all geared towards youth. I believe we are about to see a change in all that as boomers age and the ratios of young to old begin to shift.… Read the rest

The looming reality of senior citizen status scares a lot of boomers. No need. Laura Carstensen, a top expert on aging, says life gets only richer with time.

Interview by Patricia B. Gray, Money Magazine contributing writer

(Money Magazine) — At 21, Laura Carstensen had an epiphany that could change your life.… Read the rest