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Complimentary Ebook on How to Reach Your Goals
Perhaps there’s a goal you’ve wanted to reach for a long time – start a small business, rekindle an old friendship, run a 5K? When you think about working toward a goal and the inevitable changes that go along with that, you may wonder: How do I access my strengths? What can help me grow? Who will I be then? If you want answers to these questions, sign our email list to the left, just below this post. And accept these gifts from us – receive our free monthly email … Continue reading
Senator Ted Kennedy and Reaching Your Goals
To finish up our week about having the courage to create the life you want, we use Senator Ted Kennedy as an example. No matter what challenges he faced, he never took his eye off the goal. Kennedy’s life was marred by tragedy and scandal – from the assassination of brothers John and Robert and the earlier death of his brother Joseph in World War II, to the deadly Chappaquiddick crash. Despite his personal losses and failings, Kennedy persevered. He served alongside 10 United States presidents and was well known … Continue reading
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What Senator Kennedy’s Life Teaches Sandwiched Boomers about Resilience
Kennedy had personal failings but he worked hard to right his path. And over his lifetime he became a better man. Presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin thinks he will be remembered for his strengths and his weaknesses; quoting Ernest Hemingway, “everyone is broken by life but afterwards some are stronger in the broken places.” Gain perspective, whether you’re hit in the face with a crisis or making a slow transition into the next chapter of your life. Expect a cascade of feelings – anxiety, the desire to hold on, resentment, … Continue reading
Senator Ted Kennedy: Patriarch of the Family
Senator Ted Kennedy was the patriarch of his family, including his brothers’ children and grandchildren. During the memorial, at the funeral eulogies and just speaking informally, family members – young and older – spoke of the impact he had on their lives. Kennedy was a great listener, supportive and a positive force. He shared what he knew about sailing, history and politics. He took the time to remember birthdays and special events. Most of all, he taught his family that anything is possible and to never give up. Who has … Continue reading
