Margaret May
Found in: Philanthropy
What’s important is how we spend our “dash”—that little line between the dates of birth and death which represents all the days lived on earth. It's not about the cars, house or the cash—but how we live and love. And stories are the ties that bind.
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Judith Sherven, PhD and James Sniechowski, PhD
Found in: Real Romance
When you were growing up what did you learn about how you were supposed to think about people who were different from you? What did your family say? How about your friends? Neighbors? What were the messages you received either openly or by suggestion?
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Diane Carbo
Found in: Intergenerational Issues, Geriatric Care
Having family meetings to plan elder care gives families a chance to communicate issues and concerns on a regular basis, to make educated and appropriate choices—and to bond and develop relationships at a new level.
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Dr. Dorree Lynn
Found in: Dating, Divorce
If you're recovering from a divorce, there’s no one right time to begin dating again. However, as the saying goes, it helps to get back on the horse. Since dating is not a romantic fairy tale, the trick is to consider each date an educational experience.
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Margaret May
Found in: Philanthropy
Have you noticed that when adversity strikes in our life, we tend to reflect inward to find the strength and courage to carry on? We seem to know that deep inside our spirit is a reserve of moral fortitude waiting to rekindle our energy.
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Margaret May
Found in: Philanthropy
As maturing Baby Boomers, we know the world we’re passing on to the next generation is not what we inherited. Our GenXers will inherit a different world, a world we made. Do we pass on the selfish “me-me” values, or the idealistic “we-we” values?
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Judith Sherven, PhD and James Sniechowski, PhD
Found in: Real Romance
Can you talk about issues that bother you when your partner behaves in ways you don’t like? Or are you afraid doing so will threaten your relationship? If you give in to fear, you’re insisting you aren’t worthy of having a voice...and that’s not romantic.
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Sue Johnson
Found in: Grandparenting
Traveling to visit small grandchildren can be a big investment in time, money, and especially expectations. Hitting it off just right is important. With these tips, you’ll be the guest they’ll want back again and again!
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Diane Carbo
Found in: Aging, Pets
Many senior citizens and baby boomers will agree that “happiness is pets!” There’s a good reason why: aging pet owners experience physical and emotional health benefits from having a pet that they may not even be aware they are experiencing.
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Diane Carbo
Found in: Aging, Pets
Pets are there for you when you need them. They love you unconditionally. They keep your secrets, and comfort you when you're feeling down. But the companionship and comfort a pet gives can also outweigh the benefits of medicines.
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