While interviewing people for Forward From 50, I realized everyone has a story to tell. Not only does your story matter, stories are the best way to connect generations of people with each other.
The bottom line is that people who desire a long and engaging life, need something that gives their lives meaning and purpose. Remove that purpose and engagement, and their lives enter a slow decline of mental ability.
“Every rotten evil thing that has happened to me has been transformed into a valuable learning situation whereby I developed genuine empathy for others,” said Sandra.
I consider myself very fortunate that the stroke was mild and I experienced no significant problems. I could still think and, more importantly, write creatively. There are many, many others who were not as fortunate.
Perhaps men are too wrapped up in finding what they think is their sole purpose when there is something else beckoning their souls to come alive.
The most effective mentors are those who can help mentees cultivate a sense of purpose and fulfillment that extends into their personal lives as well, Fast Company reported.
Knowing my core black sheep values is already providing insight into why things have fizzled out in my past.
Throughout our lives, we developed core values which guided us and served as anchors through turbulent storms. It is those values that forged our legacy, and they need to be passed on to future generations.
As I blow out the candles on the cake to celebrate Forward From 50’s third birthday, my wish is that everyone reading this finds life brimming with purpose and abundance.