Adversity
Overcoming Adversity as a Baby Boomer
In the face of adversity, which are difficulties or misfortune that we must overcome, Baby Boomers have shown resilience and adaptability. Whether it’s adapting to technological advancements, dealing with health concerns, or navigating the complexities of Retirement Planning, this generation has met these challenges head-on. Baby Boomers have faced several economic recessions, the most notable being the oil crisis of the 1970s and the Great Recession of 2008. These events disrupted their career trajectories and affected their savings, influencing their current financial stability as they enter Retirement. As Baby Boomers age, they encounter various health challenges, from chronic conditions like heart disease and Diabetes to the complications of Aging. The healthcare system’s evolution over the decades has also impacted their access to and quality of medical care. The rapid pace of technological Innovation has been both a boon and a challenge for Baby Boomers, requiring them to continuously adapt to keep up with the digital world, often feeling left behind by the speed of technological adoption by younger generations like Millennials, Generation X and Generation Z. The economic resilience of Baby Boomers has been tested by multiple financial crises, which have shaped their views on Money, savings, and investment. Issues like Pension Security and the cost of healthcare are of paramount concern as they consider their futures beyond working life.
Our experts in this area of the site explore many of the adversity issues currently in front of our generation. The Baby Boomer generations Legacy on cultural and societal contributions has been immense, reshaping music, art and politics, and many of the lessons learned have come from facing and overcoming adversity.
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Podcast SummaryFacing a challenging transition from high school football star to Wake Forest athlete, Hampton found himself battling anxiety and feeling lost. Guided by his spiritually inclined mother, he reluctantly embraced meditation, which became a transformative tool in reclaiming his identit…
Podcast SummaryFacing a challenging transition from high school football star to Wake Forest athlete, Hampton found himself battling anxiety and feeling lost. Guided by his spiritually inclined moth…
Podcast SummaryFacing a challenging transition from high school football star to Wake Forest athlete, Hampton found himself battling anxiety and feeling lost. Guided by his spiritually inclined mother, he reluctantly embraced meditation, which became a transformative tool in reclaiming his identity and breaking free from negative thought patterns. Alongside Walker, Hampton shares the story of launching Ascend Meditations, a platform that empowers individuals to overcome personal hurdles through tailored meditation experiences.Ascend Meditations is not your average meditation app. Unlike tr…
Steve Ramona
January 22, 2025 
Explore how the assassination attempt on Reagan in 1981 reshaped his presidency and public image. Witness how adversity sparked his divine purpose and reinforced his political agenda, forever changing the course of history. #ReaganPresidency #HistoricalMoments #PoliticalImpact #AssassinationAttempt …
Explore how the assassination attempt on Reagan in 1981 reshaped his presidency and public image. Witness how adversity sparked his divine purpose and reinforced his political agenda, forever changing…
Explore how the assassination attempt on Reagan in 1981 reshaped his presidency and public image. Witness how adversity sparked his divine purpose and reinforced his political agenda, forever changing the course of history. #ReaganPresidency #HistoricalMoments #PoliticalImpact #AssassinationAttempt #ColdWar #Reaganomics #AmericanHistory #Leadership #DivinePurpose #NuclearPeace #MaxBoot #JoeCiccarone #builtnotborn #podcast
Joseph Ciccarone
January 22, 2025 
From the moment we begin training as physicians, we’re conditioned to believe in our invincibility. We’re taught to prioritize patient care above all else, often at the expense of our well-being. Long hours, emotional strain and depletion, and the constant pressure to perform become our norm in …
From the moment we begin training as physicians, we’re conditioned to believe in our invincibility. We’re taught to prioritize patient care above all else, often at the expense of our well-being. …
From the moment we begin training as physicians, we’re conditioned to believe in our invincibility. We’re taught to prioritize patient care above all else, often at the expense of our well-being. Long hours, emotional strain and depletion, and the constant pressure to perform become our norm in life. And because we’ve chosen this path, we convince ourselves that we can handle it all—that we should handle it all.For years, I believed this lie. I thought I was immune to the emotional toll of medicine. But the truth is, no one is. The first time I experienced burnout, I didn’t even reco…
Sapna Shah-Haque
January 22, 2025 
In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Karen Rigamonti, a physician and executive coach, shares her journey of transforming personal adversity into a mission for fostering resilience, compassion, and well-being in healthcare and beyond. Dr. Karen reflects on a life-altering experie…
In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Karen Rigamonti, a physician and executive coach, shares her journey of transforming personal adversity into a mission for fostering resilience…
In this episode of REJUVENAGING with Dr. Ron Kaiser, Dr. Karen Rigamonti, a physician and executive coach, shares her journey of transforming personal adversity into a mission for fostering resilience, compassion, and well-being in healthcare and beyond. Dr. Karen reflects on a life-altering experience involving a preventable medical error during her son's birth, which highlighted the critical need for better communication, empathy, and listening in healthcare. Drawing from her 30+ years in medicine and organizational leadership, she emphasizes the importance of creating supportive environment…
Ron Kaiser, Ph.D.
January 21, 2025 
In this 200th episode of the Measure Success Podcast, Carl J. Cox takes us on a reflective journey through the podcast’s evolution—from its humble beginnings in 2021 to becoming a global top 2% podcast. Carl shares his story of overcoming personal adversity, setting audacious goals, and the incr…
In this 200th episode of the Measure Success Podcast, Carl J. Cox takes us on a reflective journey through the podcast’s evolution—from its humble beginnings in 2021 to becoming a global top 2% po…
In this 200th episode of the Measure Success Podcast, Carl J. Cox takes us on a reflective journey through the podcast’s evolution—from its humble beginnings in 2021 to becoming a global top 2% podcast. Carl shares his story of overcoming personal adversity, setting audacious goals, and the incredible lessons learned from over 200 guests. He dives into what success means and how bold goals can shape not just what you do, but who you become. Join us as we celebrate this milestone and explore how you can measure success in ways that truly matter. Let 40 Accounting help you Measure Success! L…
Carl Cox
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"Trust your journey, even in tough times."Brigette Panetta is from Australia and found spirituality amid a legal battle and personal turmoil.Brigette shares her journey through legal challenges, motherhood, and the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing how trust and spirituality helped her navigate th…
"Trust your journey, even in tough times."Brigette Panetta is from Australia and found spirituality amid a legal battle and personal turmoil.Brigette shares her journey through legal challenges, …
"Trust your journey, even in tough times."Brigette Panetta is from Australia and found spirituality amid a legal battle and personal turmoil.Brigette shares her journey through legal challenges, motherhood, and the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing how trust and spirituality helped her navigate these adversities.She's also an Ambassador for Media.com, a platform aimed at providing a verified and clean space for truthful and accountable media interactions.TAKEAWAYS: - Motherhood can be a guiding light through adversity. - Spirituality often emerges from personal struggles. - Creating a …
Brigitte Cutshall
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In a world where midlife often brings unexpected twists and turns, are you finding yourself grappling with the realities of aging, embodying new family responsibilities, and adjusting your visions of happiness? Do you wonder how to navigate these transitions while retaining your sense of self and we…
In a world where midlife often brings unexpected twists and turns, are you finding yourself grappling with the realities of aging, embodying new family responsibilities, and adjusting your visions of …
In a world where midlife often brings unexpected twists and turns, are you finding yourself grappling with the realities of aging, embodying new family responsibilities, and adjusting your visions of happiness? Do you wonder how to navigate these transitions while retaining your sense of self and well-being? The journey of a grandparent raising grandchildren is filled with emotional and physical challenges that demand a compassionate, wise approach.I’m Laura Brazan, and in 2022, my life took an unexpected turn when I embraced the role of raising my grandchildren. The transition wasn't e…
Laura Brazan
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Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The White Picket Fence.Talked With Cass, Now What?In Ep220 of The 'NEW' Marriage, we reflect on…
Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The W…
Text us your questions or topics for the show! We got you!Cass Morrow, Author of Disrupting Divorce: The NEW Man. Saving Struggling, Sexless, and Toxic Marriages.Kathryn Morrow, Author of Behind The White Picket Fence.Talked With Cass, Now What?In Ep220 of The 'NEW' Marriage, we reflect on the insights from a conversation with Cass and explore the next steps for personal growth and relationship development. This episode dives into actionable strategies for moving forward with clarity and purpose, fostering a stronger and healthier partnership. Whether you're working through chal…
Cass Morrow
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As the New Year festivities fade, each January reminds us of the passage of time. There is a tendency to look back with regret at roads not taken, and perhaps even despair at what the future holds.Yet this time of year can also encourage more positive reflection. It was probably in early January…
As the New Year festivities fade, each January reminds us of the passage of time. There is a tendency to look back with regret at roads not taken, and perhaps even despair at what the future holds.…
As the New Year festivities fade, each January reminds us of the passage of time. There is a tendency to look back with regret at roads not taken, and perhaps even despair at what the future holds.Yet this time of year can also encourage more positive reflection. It was probably in early January of 44 BCE that Marcus Tullius Cicero, the Roman politician, orator, and philosopher, sat down to write On Old Age.GoodreadsAt 62, Cicero had endured personal and political losses. The year before, his daughter Tullia had died from complications from childbirth (the baby likely dying soon af…
David Cravit
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25 Quotes for Difficult Days: Inspiration to Overcome ChallengesLife presents challenges that can test our resilience and determination.During difficult times, finding inspiration and encouragement becomes crucial to maintain a positive outlook and persevere through adversity.Quotes from…
25 Quotes for Difficult Days: Inspiration to Overcome ChallengesLife presents challenges that can test our resilience and determination.During difficult times, finding inspiration and encourag…
25 Quotes for Difficult Days: Inspiration to Overcome ChallengesLife presents challenges that can test our resilience and determination.During difficult times, finding inspiration and encouragement becomes crucial to maintain a positive outlook and persevere through adversity.Quotes from wise individuals who have faced their own struggles can provide comfort and motivation when you need it most. These carefully selected quotes offer insights, encouragement, and wisdom to help you navigate tough days and emerge stronger on the other side.By reflecting on these powerful words, yo…
Beth Elkassih
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