“How Long have you Decided to Live?”

A friend recently gifted me with a copy of the book I’ve Decided to Live 120 Years-The Ancient Secret to Longevity, Vitality, and Life Transformation by South Korean author, Ilchi Lee. Intrigued by the title, I read it on a recent plane trip. I have never asked or answered the question –“How long have you decided to live?” -in my years of study and facilitation of conscious aging workshops. I wondered why since I encourage creating a vision for how you choose to be as you age. How long you’ll “be” is […]

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The Positivity Effect on Relationships as We Age

Researchers have confirmed that close relationships and social integration – “how much you interact with people as you move through your day”- are the best predictors of longevity and also lead to greater health and happiness. These relationships help us get through the challenges aging can bring with more ease and success. This information, plus my own experiences navigating the complexities of relating to our adult sons, teen and toddler grandsons, and my spouse of almost 50-years, have inspired me to research the changes in relationships as we get older. There are […]

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