Compassion
Compassion Can Make a Difference
Compassion is more than just a simple emotion; it is a cornerstone of human interaction that fosters understanding and connection between individuals. At its core, compassion involves both feeling for someone in their time of need and taking action to help alleviate their distress. Compassion is often framed within the context of charity and social justice, focusing on acts of kindness and support for those in need.
In this section of the site, our experts explore the real meaning of compassion for the Aging Baby Boomer Generation. Compassion can be as simple as just helping others carry their groceries or opening a door. Volunteering your time, skills or Money is a compassionate act. Listening and being patient with others shows compassion. Forgiving others who have wronged you shows compassion and just being kind is an act of compassion that can have a positive impact on others.
Compassion is a dynamic and powerful force that holds the potential to not only transform individual lives but also to reshape societies. As we foster and practice this vital human virtue, we pave the way for a more empathetic and understanding world.
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Introducing Natalie “NatNat” Bedard, a beacon of resilience and empowerment. In 2019, she founded Lift OneSelf, offering profound energy healing services. Despite grappling with a life-threatening illness and single parenthood to three boys, Natalie is a steadfast mentor on the journey of self-d…
Introducing Natalie “NatNat” Bedard, a beacon of resilience and empowerment. In 2019, she founded Lift OneSelf, offering profound energy healing services. Despite grappling with a life-threatening…
Introducing Natalie “NatNat” Bedard, a beacon of resilience and empowerment. In 2019, she founded Lift OneSelf, offering profound energy healing services. Despite grappling with a life-threatening illness and single parenthood to three boys, Natalie is a steadfast mentor on the journey of self-discovery and healing. With her profound understanding of the nervous system, she specializes in unraveling emotional blockages and reigniting intuitive connections. Natalie’s trauma-competent approach is truly transformative. She guides individuals to embrace their fullest potential through small,…
Stephen Middleton
January 22, 2025 
For 25 years Bridgett Brown embodied what it meant to be beautiful according to society’s standards. A former Ford model, Bridgett appeared perfect, but in reality she was struggling with everything from eating disorders to suicidal ideation. On today’s powerful episode of The Seismic Shift, Mic…
For 25 years Bridgett Brown embodied what it meant to be beautiful according to society’s standards. A former Ford model, Bridgett appeared perfect, but in reality she was struggling with everything…
For 25 years Bridgett Brown embodied what it meant to be beautiful according to society’s standards. A former Ford model, Bridgett appeared perfect, but in reality she was struggling with everything from eating disorders to suicidal ideation. On today’s powerful episode of The Seismic Shift, Michelle sits down with Bridgett to talk about how this former “it” girl went from the top of the beauty industry to redefining what it actually means to be beautiful through her organization The Beyond Beauty Project. As a model, Bridgett was told she had to be perfect, and it turned her life ups…
Michelle Johnston
January 22, 2025 
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Matt Dentino
January 22, 2025 
Text your questions, comments, & topic suggestions here! You can also email billy@mindfulmidlifecrisis.com.In this episode, I explore why we get “cold feet” and how to turn those moments of doubt into opportunities for growth and action. Using personal stories—from buying alpaca-like socks…
Text your questions, comments, & topic suggestions here! You can also email billy@mindfulmidlifecrisis.com.In this episode, I explore why we get “cold feet” and how to turn those moments of do…
Text your questions, comments, & topic suggestions here! You can also email billy@mindfulmidlifecrisis.com.In this episode, I explore why we get “cold feet” and how to turn those moments of doubt into opportunities for growth and action. Using personal stories—from buying alpaca-like socks in Namdaemun to overcoming scooter anxiety in Thailand—I weave metaphors and life lessons to help you navigate fear, uncertainty, and the “what ifs” of major decisions. I also introduce 5 Essential Questions designed to guide you through hesitation and empower you to embrace the unknown with …
Billy Lahr
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.
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Barking Up the Right Tree: A Conversation with Julia Hawkins and Barbara Patterson on Reactive Dog TrainingIn this episode, I chat with Julia Hawkins and Barbara Patterson, co-founders of 'Barking Up the Right Tree.' We discuss their journey in the world of dog training, especially focusing on react…
Barking Up the Right Tree: A Conversation with Julia Hawkins and Barbara Patterson on Reactive Dog TrainingIn this episode, I chat with Julia Hawkins and Barbara Patterson, co-founders of 'Barking Up …
Barking Up the Right Tree: A Conversation with Julia Hawkins and Barbara Patterson on Reactive Dog TrainingIn this episode, I chat with Julia Hawkins and Barbara Patterson, co-founders of 'Barking Up the Right Tree.' We discuss their journey in the world of dog training, especially focusing on reactive dogs. From their free festival featuring top experts to their innovative training programs, Julia and Barbara share invaluable insights on understanding and managing dog reactivity. We also explore the differences in dog training cultures across countries and the importance of a supportive commu…
Anke Herrmann
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In this fascinating interview, Alfredo and I delve into the meaning behind his chapter title, Parenting a Parent: Entering Their Reality, as well as the themes explored in Spin Cycle. We talk about the emotional journey of caregivers—ranging from anger, guilt, and resentment to feelings of helples…
In this fascinating interview, Alfredo and I delve into the meaning behind his chapter title, Parenting a Parent: Entering Their Reality, as well as the themes explored in Spin Cycle. We talk about th…
In this fascinating interview, Alfredo and I delve into the meaning behind his chapter title, Parenting a Parent: Entering Their Reality, as well as the themes explored in Spin Cycle. We talk about the emotional journey of caregivers—ranging from anger, guilt, and resentment to feelings of helplessness—and how many caregivers are reluctant to share their true feelings. We discuss the importance of caregivers entering their loved one’s world, sharing my personal experience when Matt was hallucinating and how I navigated that difficult situation. The main character of Spin Cycle, Ezra, st…
Betsy Wurzel
January 20, 2025 In this fascinating interview, Alfredo and I delve into the meaning behind his chapter title, Parenting a Parent: Entering Their Reality, as well as the themes explored in Spin Cycle. We talk about the emotional journey of caregivers—ranging from anger, guilt, and resentment to feelings of helples…
In this fascinating interview, Alfredo and I delve into the meaning behind his chapter title, Parenting a Parent: Entering Their Reality, as well as the themes explored in Spin Cycle. We talk about th…
In this fascinating interview, Alfredo and I delve into the meaning behind his chapter title, Parenting a Parent: Entering Their Reality, as well as the themes explored in Spin Cycle. We talk about the emotional journey of caregivers—ranging from anger, guilt, and resentment to feelings of helplessness—and how many caregivers are reluctant to share their true feelings. We discuss the importance of caregivers entering their loved one’s world, sharing my personal experience when Matt was hallucinating and how I navigated that difficult situation. The main character of Spin Cycle, Ezra, st…
Betsy Wurzel
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Send us a textDo you dread stepping on the scale at your doctor's office, anticipating yet another lecture about your weight? If you've tried every fad diet under the sun with little success, you're not alone. But what if the solution to your weight struggles isn't about food at …
Send us a textDo you dread stepping on the scale at your doctor's office, anticipating yet another lecture about your weight? If you've tried every fad diet under the sun with little success…
Send us a textDo you dread stepping on the scale at your doctor's office, anticipating yet another lecture about your weight? If you've tried every fad diet under the sun with little success, you're not alone. But what if the solution to your weight struggles isn't about food at all?In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Leslie Thornton, a certified coach and neuro-linguistic programming practitioner who's helping people break free from diet mentality for good. Leslie shares her personal journey from chronic dieter to food freedom advocate, and reveals why tradit…
Sandy Kibling
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Steve Schave shares his inspiring journey from the business world to becoming a pastor and ultimately leading LAMP Mission, which focuses on sharing Christ with indigenous communities in remote areas. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship and the profound impact that personal loss had on his de…
Steve Schave shares his inspiring journey from the business world to becoming a pastor and ultimately leading LAMP Mission, which focuses on sharing Christ with indigenous communities in remote areas.…
Steve Schave shares his inspiring journey from the business world to becoming a pastor and ultimately leading LAMP Mission, which focuses on sharing Christ with indigenous communities in remote areas. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship and the profound impact that personal loss had on his decision to enter ministry. Throughout the conversation, Steve reflects on the challenges and rewards of church planting and community revitalization, illustrating how entrepreneurial skills can be leveraged to address complex issues in inner-city environments. He recounts powerful stories that highli…
Rev. Dr. B. Keith Haney
January 19, 2025 
