Dealing with empty nest syndrome

One of the first things many people must face around their 50th birthdays is dealing with empty nest syndrome. While some people will dismiss the impact an empty nest can have on a seasoned citizen, unfortunately, many are unprepared for that stage in life. I know I was blindsided by the phenomenon. As a DODO […]
What does it mean to ‘live on purpose?’

Matt described purpose as being “where you have the greatest joy while making your greatest impact without wearing out your soul.”
Do you have mission vision?

It is very easy for people to spot those individuals who walk the walk by embracing their purpose than who simply talk the talk and give lip service to something for which they have no passion.
Cancer survivors create baskets of hope for others

After recovering, Tracy and Ashleigh formed DeSoto Hope, a non-profit organization providing support and encouragement to people just beginning cancer treatments.
Do people need a purpose to accumulate wealth?

The idea of saving looks more interesting and appealing when people realize having money gives them more options in life.
Author shows people how to move from stuck to significance

In writing his book, “Move or Die,” author Chris Carlisle wanted people to realize that although they may be stuck, they just need a nudge to set them in motion to reach their potential at any age.
Small habits can make us happier

The problem is that we all have these nasty bad habits that can interfere with our desire to be better people passionately pursing things that really matter to us.
Experience collides with purpose in the afternoon of life

Erikson noted the older people get, their concerns move beyond their own family to that of future generations, society and the world in general as they strive to make it a better place to live.
Getting old is a state of mind

A study of nearly 14,000 people over the age of 50 found those with the highest satisfaction with aging had a 43% lower risk of dying from any cause during four years of follow-up compared to those with the lowest satisfaction.
How to get crystal clear about work purpose

If you can’t identify a higher purpose for the work you provide for a company, then it’s time to leave and start over somewhere else. Perhaps that’s in a business of your own where you can get crystal-clear about your purpose — and work to deliver upon that.