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I am always in search of contentment! I am not looking for wealth, fame or glory, just the simple, plain old good life. Maybe you are, too.

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How to have a midlife crisis without ruining your life

The midlife crisis is a life ruiner. It has the reputation of destroying marriages, careers, families – you name it. But it doesn’t have to be that way. A midlife crisis stems from recognizing that you are running out of time to realize your greatest dreams and fantasies. Doors that you hoped you may one day walk through are closing or closed. In a very real sense, you are grieving the loss of lives you never took the chance to live. Consequently, a panic sets in. If I don’t do… Read More »How to have a midlife crisis without ruining your life

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20 Haikus that only Generation X will understand

While Generation X is mostly ignored and forgotten in the wider world, we have unique experiences that connect us to each other. Here are 20 haikus that only Generation X will understand.  Some are cynical, some are funny, but all are guaranteed to bring on the nostalgia. What is a haiku? It’s a simple poem with a specific structure – 1st line, 5 syllables / 2nd line, 7 syllables / 3rd line, 5 syllables. It can be about anything and usually does not rhyme. Do you have a Gen X… Read More »20 Haikus that only Generation X will understand

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9 mantras to get the job you REALLY want (that actually work!)

I have been given jobs I was not qualified for. I have received promotions I did not ask for. Not once or twice – but often. I am grateful and pleased about the opportunities that have surfaced in my career journeys, but it isn’t luck. How did I do it? I often use mantras to focus on what I want, and I am certain this practice impacts the scope of my career opportunities. I’m going to share with you the mantras that I use to manifest the jobs I want,… Read More »9 mantras to get the job you REALLY want (that actually work!)

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Should you let your hair go gray? 5 changes to expect.

I found my first gray hair at the age of 21. By my mid-twenties I was regularly dying my hair to cover gray. Hated it. I’m not the type that enjoys hair styling or primping. I don’t enjoy salon appointments. And I hate using box dye. During the pandemic shutdown, I let my hair go. It just didn’t feel important. I was an essential worker, at work every day, but work was time-consuming and I didn’t have anywhere else to go. So who cares? The gray started to appear where… Read More »Should you let your hair go gray? 5 changes to expect.

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Generation Z is likely to influence innovation. And I mean a big BOOM of innovation.

Yes, that Gen Z. Pajama-bottom-wearin’, “bruh”-sayin’, heads-in-their-phones Generation Z. They are primed to usher in a new era of innovation. And I mean, like, telephone-, electricity-, printing press- level innovation. History will know them as The Genius Generation. Think I’m crazy? Are you LOLing?  Hear me out. Generation Z are gamers and digital processors. They are constantly solving problems and reviewing information. They are self-taught, preferring to learn on their own, supplemented by the education system. They have access to unlimited information. They quickly scan material and their attention spans… Read More »Generation Z is likely to influence innovation. And I mean a big BOOM of innovation.

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Think you’re having a hellish week? Not like this guy.

Sometimes it helps to get a little perspective. Your boss is a jerk, your coworkers don’t pull their weight – while simultaneously talking down to you, like you aren’t the one doing all the heavy lifting around here – and you won’t get a day off until September. And the kids are jerks, it’s your spouse’s turn to make the grocery trip – so why are they shouting random grocery items at you like you should go AGAIN – and the car is too messy to hide and drink wine… Read More »Think you’re having a hellish week? Not like this guy.

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The world’s double-centibillionaires have decided you need commercial space travel so get used to it

I’ve never been one to list “travel” as one of my passions. To be honest, I’m not super comfortable traveling outside of the country, where the language and the money are different than what I’m used to. I feel disoriented and vulnerable. I know that’s lame. I just like to feel relaxed on my vacations and usually select this feature over being adventurous. That’s just my personality. If I’m not keen on international travel, you can imagine how I might feel about commercial space travel. In a few words, it’s… Read More »The world’s double-centibillionaires have decided you need commercial space travel so get used to it

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New research suggests gray hair can be reversed. But don’t cancel your hair appointment yet.

Years ago I worked as an accountant at a country club. Two coworkers of mine were husband and wife – she was the event planner and he was the restaurant manager. People snickered and gossiped about the age difference between them. She was a cougar! How much older than him is she?? The truth was that they were both about the same age. He happened to have a babyface, and she had a full head of (gorgeous) white hair. She had a supple, smooth, and youthful face, as well as… Read More »New research suggests gray hair can be reversed. But don’t cancel your hair appointment yet.

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Advice on allowance: Be inconsistent.

Trust me, I know what I’m talking about. I am about to offer up some advice on giving allowance to kids. Having raised two earning, saving, and yet generous and practical young people, I consider myself something of an authority. I’ve seen the situation go bad and I’ve experienced the pitfalls. I think I have some solid advice to offer. Judge for yourself. The traditional options Most allowance advocates will suggest one of three options – this Forbes article breaks it down. Chore-based:  Payment is based on chores completed. Chores… Read More »Advice on allowance: Be inconsistent.

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Remember when the news was boring and it didn’t suck?

News is pretty fun these days. My SmartNews App shows me all the stories I want to see – I like to keep up on those wacky Q-Anon guys. Oh, and did you hear that some lady is claiming to be the secret queen of Canada? I really enjoy the stories of politicians getting in trouble. Or being made fun of…or both. Somehow, half of my newsfeed is Funny Tweets. Hilarious, but not news. I’ve never been so uninformed. News today sucks. I need to catch up with the world… Read More »Remember when the news was boring and it didn’t suck?