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Dealing with empty nest syndrome

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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 […]

Do you have mission vision?

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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.

Small habits can make us happier

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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.

Getting old is a state of mind

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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

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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.