March 31st, 2024 Royce Shook
Many of us remember the 1960s but when we do we put our own lens on the era. For some, the 1960s was the era of peace and love filled with tremendous unrest and upheaval of the status quo. The civil rights movement new-wave feminism to a burgeoning counterculture movement gave rise to a conservative […]
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March 30th, 2024 Royce Shook
Here are the last 10 places that are ranked in the top twenty: 11. Canada (Rank: 11): · Pension System: Basic national benefits, means-tested income supplement, and public pension plans. · Strength: Diversification of income sources and adjustments for inflation. · Challenge: Improvement needed in quality of life and material well-being. 12. New Zealand (Rank: […]
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March 29th, 2024 Royce Shook
One of the interesting things about retirement is you can, if you have the resources, live anywhere you want. So when I saw the post on the top twenty countries retirement programs I was interested. The global retirement landscape faces challenges due to a demographic shift, with an increasing aging population and declining birth rates. […]
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March 28th, 2024 Royce Shook
Ageism doesn’t only affect mental health but can also have broader consequences on a senior’s overall well-being. It can lead to decreased physical activity, isolation from social connections, and a general feeling of being undervalued. Just because they might take a little longer to get up from the couch doesn’t mean they should be pushed […]
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March 27th, 2024 Royce Shook
To combat ageism and promote an age-inclusive society, it is essential to challenge stereotypes and raise awareness about the valuable contributions of seniors. Fostering intergenerational relationships and encouraging advocacy and empowerment initiatives can also help break down age-related barriers. Furthermore, implementing age-friendly policies and legislation that protect the rights and well-being of older adults is […]
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March 27th, 2024 Royce Shook
I was reading a post in The End Game written by Don Akchin where he said, “The difference between friends and old friends, in my mind, boils down to this: Friends know what you do and what you say; old friends know who you are. They know the Original You, before the trappings of education, […]
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March 26th, 2024 Royce Shook
The eaglets were preparing to leave the nest and fly out into the world when their grandfather happened by. He perched on the side of the nest to wish them well. The eaglets asked what grandfather liked to eat most. “That’d have to be salmon, or maybe trout. Oh, one day soon you’ll find out!” […]
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March 25th, 2024 Royce Shook
Are you struggling to find things to be grateful for as you grow older? It can be challenging to acknowledge what we’re thankful for at times, and that’s okay! Here is a potential list of things to be grateful for if you are over 60. Not everyone has everything on the list, but I hope […]
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March 24th, 2024 Royce Shook
Many inanimate things have a gender. 1. Ziploc Bags are Male, because they hold everything in, but you can see right through them. 2. Copiers are Female because once turned off; it takes a while to warm them up again. It’s an effective reproductive device If the right buttons are pushed but can wreak havoc […]
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March 23rd, 2024 Royce Shook
Because he wanted to branch out and make more hay-friends! I asked my friend if he wanted to join a club for people who love elevators. He said, “I’m not sure, it has its ups and downs.” Why don’t scientists trust atoms to form social bonds? Because they make up everything! I told my […]
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