Mature Adults
Are Baby Boomers Mature Adults?
As Baby Boomers enter their golden years, it’s essential to understand the importance of embracing maturity. This phase of life comes with its unique challenges and opportunities, and being well-prepared can make a significant difference. Maturity is often mistaken for simply getting older, but it encompasses much more. It involves emotional, social, and intellectual Growth that helps an individual navigate the complexities of life effectively. Understanding and striving to become a mature adult can significantly impact one’s personal and professional life.
Mature adults are characterized by their ability to regulate emotions effectively. They handle life’s ups and downs with resilience, understanding that setbacks are temporary. Empathy, a crucial aspect of emotional maturity, involves recognizing and respecting the feelings of others, while acceptance promotes harmonious Relationships despite differences. Effective communication is a cornerstone of social maturity, enabling individuals to express themselves clearly and listen to others. Mature adults build and maintain healthy relationships and often play active roles in their communities, contributing positively and consistently.
So as Baby Boomers, have we evolved in to mature adults who set examples for our children and grandchildren? In this section of the site, our experts explore this question.
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Photo by Vladislav Babienko on UnsplashThe EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.From the time I was 12 years old, I knew exactly what I wanted to do in life. What a pity that I was wrong.My ambition was to…
Photo by Vladislav Babienko on UnsplashThe EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.From the time I was 12 ye…
Photo by Vladislav Babienko on UnsplashThe EndGame is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.From the time I was 12 years old, I knew exactly what I wanted to do in life. What a pity that I was wrong.My ambition was to become a newspaper reporter in the footsteps of role models Mark Twain and Clark Kent. In single-minded pursuit of this goal, I worked on my school newspapers in junior high school, high school, and college. In high school I was a stringer for the local daily, earning the princely sum of 25-cents p…
Don Akchin
October 5, 2024 
My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is George Sirois, author, podcast host, and audiobook narrator. Today, he is here to chat with us about audio dramas – what they are, why an author might want to consider audio drama, and how to go about producing them. George is the author of the i…
My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is George Sirois, author, podcast host, and audiobook narrator. Today, he is here to chat with us about audio dramas – what they are, why an author m…
My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is George Sirois, author, podcast host, and audiobook narrator. Today, he is here to chat with us about audio dramas – what they are, why an author might want to consider audio drama, and how to go about producing them. George is the author of the international bestselling young adult / science-fiction novel Excelsior, its two sequels, and the five-part science-fiction / sports serial From Parts Unknown. He served as President of the Missouri Writers Guild from 2017-2018 and is the host and producer of the podcasts Excelsior Journeys and From …
Teri M Brown
October 5, 2024 
Let’s chat about your financial health here: https://teriwellbrock.com/request-a-quote/ Such a soul-felt discussion with Dr. Frank Rogers, spiritual director, speaker, retreat leader, and author. Please join us as we discuss:Dr. Frank’s insights on compassion as a healing tool his personal sto…
Let’s chat about your financial health here: https://teriwellbrock.com/request-a-quote/ Such a soul-felt discussion with Dr. Frank Rogers, spiritual director, speaker, retreat leader, and author. Pl…
Let’s chat about your financial health here: https://teriwellbrock.com/request-a-quote/ Such a soul-felt discussion with Dr. Frank Rogers, spiritual director, speaker, retreat leader, and author. Please join us as we discuss:Dr. Frank’s insights on compassion as a healing tool his personal story of childhood sexual abuse and his journey of recovery an understanding of IFS (Internal Family Systems) his book Cradled in the Arms of Compassion: A Spiritual Journey from Trauma to Recovery and so much more!Welcome to The Healing Place Podcast! I am your host, Teri Wellbrock. You can listen i…
Teri Wellbrock
October 4, 2024 Another episode where I take an image from Pinterest and make the outfit my own. Remember that you don’t have to “copy” a look, but find ways to create a fabulous vibe with what you have in your closet.For today, I wanted to give older women a way to have fun with scarf top ideas.Insider t…
Another episode where I take an image from Pinterest and make the outfit my own. Remember that you don’t have to “copy” a look, but find ways to create a fabulous vibe with what you have in your…
Another episode where I take an image from Pinterest and make the outfit my own. Remember that you don’t have to “copy” a look, but find ways to create a fabulous vibe with what you have in your closet.For today, I wanted to give older women a way to have fun with scarf top ideas.Insider tip: This would work just as well in the winter using a turtleneck instead of a t-shirt.Quote of the day: “Don’t just imagine doing things someday. Do them now. Get out of your head and take action.” James ClearHere is the inspiration photo that got me thinking about how scarf top i…
Jodie Filogomo
October 4, 2024 
This is our second panel or round table discussion on The Cool Grandpa Podcast. I like to call these activities Cracker Barrels. I think I like that term because it is what we used in Scouts and because it is a fun nostalgic term for people getting together informally and sharing important and somet…
This is our second panel or round table discussion on The Cool Grandpa Podcast. I like to call these activities Cracker Barrels. I think I like that term because it is what we used in Scouts and becau…
This is our second panel or round table discussion on The Cool Grandpa Podcast. I like to call these activities Cracker Barrels. I think I like that term because it is what we used in Scouts and because it is a fun nostalgic term for people getting together informally and sharing important and sometimes not-so-important information. We have four wonderful guests joining me to give their thoughts on how fathers and fathers-in-law can support moms. After all, the old adage that if mom isn't happy, no one is happy is more true than we might like to admit. This event's participants are Dr. Ker…
Greg Payne
October 4, 2024 
Photo by FunkyFocus via PixabayAttract the Right Job or Clientele:Six Fun Winter Hobbies for The Whole FamilyAs the seasons shift and winter approaches, families are in a time of discovery. The long, dark, and possibly wet evenings are an opportunity to unearth new hobbies that bring joy…
Photo by FunkyFocus via PixabayAttract the Right Job or Clientele:Six Fun Winter Hobbies for The Whole FamilyAs the seasons shift and winter approaches, families are in a time of discovery…
Photo by FunkyFocus via PixabayAttract the Right Job or Clientele:Six Fun Winter Hobbies for The Whole FamilyAs the seasons shift and winter approaches, families are in a time of discovery. The long, dark, and possibly wet evenings are an opportunity to unearth new hobbies that bring joy and excitement to all, regardless of age.What can you do as a family that brings everyone together, regardless of age, and creates a strong sense of unity, especially when the weather outside is less than inviting? These activities are about passing the time and strengthening the family bond.…
Elinor Stutz
October 3, 2024 
Author BioErin Andrea Craske, an award-winning strategist, boasts a 20-year career, culminating as Global Head of Consumer Brands. With expertise in strategic development, profitability, leadership, and communication, she's an ICF-certified executive transformation coach. Leveraging 16 years of lead…
Author BioErin Andrea Craske, an award-winning strategist, boasts a 20-year career, culminating as Global Head of Consumer Brands. With expertise in strategic development, profitability, leadership, a…
Author BioErin Andrea Craske, an award-winning strategist, boasts a 20-year career, culminating as Global Head of Consumer Brands. With expertise in strategic development, profitability, leadership, and communication, she's an ICF-certified executive transformation coach. Leveraging 16 years of leadership, she empowers conscious business rebels to succeed and create positive impactsConnect with Erin Andrea CraskeWebsiteTimestamps00:15 Introduction2:16 What is your book about?5:45 What inspired you to write your book?8:22 Who is your book for?10:21 How long have you been writing?12:14 What is y…
Courtney Ripoll-McBride
October 3, 2024 
“See yourself as a complete human being who happens to be aging, rather than as a person whose identity is consumed by the fact that you're getting older.”Welcome back to another inspiring episode featuring Jeanette Leardi, a social gerontologist, community educator, and aging wellness lead…
“See yourself as a complete human being who happens to be aging, rather than as a person whose identity is consumed by the fact that you're getting older.”Welcome back to another inspiring ep…
“See yourself as a complete human being who happens to be aging, rather than as a person whose identity is consumed by the fact that you're getting older.”Welcome back to another inspiring episode featuring Jeanette Leardi, a social gerontologist, community educator, and aging wellness leader in the pro aging community who has a deep passion for older adult empowerment.At 72, Jeanette just published Aging Sideways: Changing Our Perspectives on Getting Older where she draws on groundbreaking research, expert opinions, and personal experiences to bust the many false stereotypes about ag…
Ande Lyons
October 3, 2024 
As a school leader, you know how fast your day can slip away. You walk into the office with a clear plan, ready to focus on the tasks that really matter—like instructional leadership or building school culture—but by the end of the day, you haven’t touched any of it. Sound familiar? What’s h…
As a school leader, you know how fast your day can slip away. You walk into the office with a clear plan, ready to focus on the tasks that really matter—like instructional leadership or building sch…
As a school leader, you know how fast your day can slip away. You walk into the office with a clear plan, ready to focus on the tasks that really matter—like instructional leadership or building school culture—but by the end of the day, you haven’t touched any of it. Sound familiar? What’s happening? It’s simple: time bandits. Time bandits are those sneaky, day-to-day tasks that pull you away from high-impact leadership work. They seem urgent in the moment, but over time, they drain your focus and keep you in reactive mode rather than proactive leadership. Here are some common time b…
Darrin Peppard
October 2, 2024 
As a school leader, you know how fast your day can slip away. You walk into the office with a clear plan, ready to focus on the tasks that really matter—like instructional leadership or building school culture—but by the end of the day, you haven’t touched any of it. Sound familiar? What’s h…
As a school leader, you know how fast your day can slip away. You walk into the office with a clear plan, ready to focus on the tasks that really matter—like instructional leadership or building sch…
As a school leader, you know how fast your day can slip away. You walk into the office with a clear plan, ready to focus on the tasks that really matter—like instructional leadership or building school culture—but by the end of the day, you haven’t touched any of it. Sound familiar? What’s happening? It’s simple: time bandits. Time bandits are those sneaky, day-to-day tasks that pull you away from high-impact leadership work. They seem urgent in the moment, but over time, they drain your focus and keep you in reactive mode rather than proactive leadership. Here are some common time b…
Darrin Peppard
October 2, 2024 
