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How Sandwiched Boomers Can Fight Inertia
This is a continuation of the tips offered on Monday about how to fight inertia. As Sandwiched Boomers with so much on your plate, you may feel overwhelmed and not know where to begin. Take it slow and easy. If some days you can’t follow through with your plans, don’t let frustration sap your enthusiasm. Think about all those New Year’s resolutions you made when you were young and didn’t know better. And then remember the inertia that followed the failure of your short-lived goals. Don’t fall victim to that … Continue reading
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Say Goodbye to Your College Kids and Hello to Yourself
After you’ve said goodbye to your college kids, it’s time to say hello to you. Imagine that you’re the woman in the photo below, journaling your way into the next chapter of your life. Engage in an active process of learning more about what you want to do. What nurtures your creative thinking? What stimulates your curiosity? Identify your natural talents. What comes so easily you often don’t notice it? How about the acquired skills you have used successfully? Think about what you consider to be your greatest personal strengths. … Continue reading
Wrap-up of the Virtual Book Tour
Yesterday we interviewed Dr. Dorothea Hover-Kramer about her book, “Second Chance at Your Dream,” for our Virtual Book Tour. She kicked off the comments by sharing a tip about energy psychology and self care: Most of us are busy and need quick ways to release stress and tension. Here’s one I’d like to invite you to use as often as needed today. When you notice a strong unhappy feeling or negative thought, treat it quickly by repeating a reminder phrase such as “I release……” while tapping several meridian ‘acupoints,’ which … Continue reading
clearing your mind
I was running late for yoga this morning and arrived just as the class was beginning. I quickly laid down my mat and tried to get into the process. But a myriad of thoughts kept vying for space in my head. The question I wasn’t able to push aside so easily was: what activity allows me to clear my mind and truly be in the moment? I eventually focused on the instructor and my breathing, paid attention to my body and the poses – and before I knew it I … Continue reading
