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Discover the vibrant world of hobbies in our dedicated space for Baby Boomers to explore and engage in a multitude of leisure activities. This section is filled with enriching articles, captivating podcasts, and a plethora of resources catered to a wide range of interests from Gardening and crafting to Technology and Travel. Whether you’re looking to pick up a new skill, revive an old passion, or simply find joy in your free time, our diverse content is designed to spark curiosity and offer endless opportunities for fun and fulfillment.
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The holiday break is a rare opportunity for school leaders to pause, recharge, and invest in their growth. Leadership, like any skill, requires ongoing reflection and renewal to stay sharp. Drawing from Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, sharpening the saw means prioritizing phys…
The holiday break is a rare opportunity for school leaders to pause, recharge, and invest in their growth. Leadership, like any skill, requires ongoing reflection and renewal to stay sharp. Drawing fr…
The holiday break is a rare opportunity for school leaders to pause, recharge, and invest in their growth. Leadership, like any skill, requires ongoing reflection and renewal to stay sharp. Drawing from Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, sharpening the saw means prioritizing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being to lead with clarity and focus. This post outlines five impactful ways to make the most of your holiday break. Each will help you grow as a leader and start 2025 strong, with the final tip being an invitation to a transformative webinar designed for …
Darrin Peppard
December 20, 2024 Xmas is coming the goose is getting fat, Time to put a penny in the old man's hat. If you haven’t got a penny a ha'penny will do, If you haven’t got a ha’penny then God bless you!Are you happy? It appears that as we age, we become more optimistic and happy according to a survey done in…
Xmas is coming the goose is getting fat, Time to put a penny in the old man's hat. If you haven’t got a penny a ha'penny will do, If you haven’t got a ha’penny then God bless you!Are you …
Xmas is coming the goose is getting fat, Time to put a penny in the old man's hat. If you haven’t got a penny a ha'penny will do, If you haven’t got a ha’penny then God bless you!Are you happy? It appears that as we age, we become more optimistic and happy according to a survey done in 2024/The survey done by AARP in the fall shows that most older adults are optimistic about their future, with happiness increasing with age. As we move to the end of 2024 and celebrate Christmas focus on your sense of purpose and joy. The holidays allow us to engage in activities that bring fulfi…
Royce Shook
December 20, 2024 
What if you could transform your life by simply changing the way you see challenges? Join us for an episode bursting with humor and insights as we chat with Eric Farewell, the bold author of "Farewell to Normal." We kick things off with a playful exchange and dive into Eric's intriguing journey…
What if you could transform your life by simply changing the way you see challenges? Join us for an episode bursting with humor and insights as we chat with Eric Farewell, the bold author of "Farewell…
What if you could transform your life by simply changing the way you see challenges? Join us for an episode bursting with humor and insights as we chat with Eric Farewell, the bold author of "Farewell to Normal." We kick things off with a playful exchange and dive into Eric's intriguing journey from feeling like an imposter to becoming a confident writer and adventurer. Discover how Eric's teenage escapades in aviation and motorcycle journeys paved the way for a life filled with excitement and personal growth. Explore the intersection of passion and entrepreneurship with Eric's …
Mike Montague
December 19, 2024 Living Our Truth Living our truth means embracing authenticity, pursuing passions, and unapologetically living by values. For Baby Boomers, it’s about breaking stereotypes and reclaiming our identity, especially as we are aging. Whether it’s chasing a lifelong dream, rekindling relationships, o…
Living Our Truth Living our truth means embracing authenticity, pursuing passions, and unapologetically living by values. For Baby Boomers, it’s about breaking stereotypes and reclaiming our identi…
Living Our Truth Living our truth means embracing authenticity, pursuing passions, and unapologetically living by values. For Baby Boomers, it’s about breaking stereotypes and reclaiming our identity, especially as we are aging. Whether it’s chasing a lifelong dream, rekindling relationships, or fighting for a cause, our generation is characterized as resilient and resourceful, and leaving our mark on future generations is living our truth because we have learned from our mistakes in the past. Our experts in this section of the site explore how our past experiences of questioning authorit…
Friendship During Grief: Supporting Loved Ones Through LossGrief can change friendships in unexpected ways. Some friends step up with amazing support, while others fade away.Friendship during grief often involves simply being there, even when words fail.Your grieving friend may need diff…
Friendship During Grief: Supporting Loved Ones Through LossGrief can change friendships in unexpected ways. Some friends step up with amazing support, while others fade away.Friendship during …
Friendship During Grief: Supporting Loved Ones Through LossGrief can change friendships in unexpected ways. Some friends step up with amazing support, while others fade away.Friendship during grief often involves simply being there, even when words fail.Your grieving friend may need different types of support at different times. Sometimes they’ll want to talk about their loss. Other times, they may prefer a distraction.The key is to listen without judgment and follow their lead.Remember, there’s no perfect way to support a grieving friend. Small acts of kindness can mea…
Beth Elkassih
December 18, 2024 
Welcome to the Inspirations for Your Life Podcast! 🎙️ Today, we embark on an insightful journey, exploring three essential themes that enrich our personal and collective lives: 1️⃣ Marking Transitions, a thoughtful exploration of how we navigate life’s pivotal moments with grace and purpo…
Welcome to the Inspirations for Your Life Podcast! 🎙️ Today, we embark on an insightful journey, exploring three essential themes that enrich our personal and collective lives: 1️⃣ Marking Tr…
Welcome to the Inspirations for Your Life Podcast! 🎙️ Today, we embark on an insightful journey, exploring three essential themes that enrich our personal and collective lives: 1️⃣ Marking Transitions, a thoughtful exploration of how we navigate life’s pivotal moments with grace and purpose; 2️⃣ Community Building, an inspiring look at the power of connection and collaboration in creating supportive networks; and 3️⃣ Prioritizing Self-Care, a deep dive into the importance of nurturing our well-being for sustained happiness and growth. Join your host, John C. Morley, as we un…
John Morley
December 17, 2024 
Today’s episode is all about the power of mindfulness when you’re coping with a terminal illness with Gillian Borg. Gillian was diagnosed as terminally ill in August 2022 and was given less than a year to live. She’s a mother of two beautiful children and grandmother to a beautiful granddaught…
Today’s episode is all about the power of mindfulness when you’re coping with a terminal illness with Gillian Borg. Gillian was diagnosed as terminally ill in August 2022 and was given less than a…
Today’s episode is all about the power of mindfulness when you’re coping with a terminal illness with Gillian Borg. Gillian was diagnosed as terminally ill in August 2022 and was given less than a year to live. She’s a mother of two beautiful children and grandmother to a beautiful granddaughter. Gillian was previously a debt specialist and from a banking background. She’s now retired due to ill health. Gillian also has lots of life skills and hobbies that she’s accumulated over the years. Now 60 years young, she’s definitely got a few stories and experiences to share. Learn mo…
Suzy Rosenstein
December 12, 2024 
Mind Body Soul: Achieving Holistic Wellness in Modern LifeThe mind, body, and soul are key parts of who you are. They work together to make you whole. But what do these terms really mean?Your mind is your thoughts and feelings. Your body is your physical form. Your soul is the deepest part o…
Mind Body Soul: Achieving Holistic Wellness in Modern LifeThe mind, body, and soul are key parts of who you are. They work together to make you whole. But what do these terms really mean?Your …
Mind Body Soul: Achieving Holistic Wellness in Modern LifeThe mind, body, and soul are key parts of who you are. They work together to make you whole. But what do these terms really mean?Your mind is your thoughts and feelings. Your body is your physical form. Your soul is the deepest part of you – your inner self.When your mind, body, and soul are in balance, you feel more at peace and in tune with life.You can improve mind-body-soul wellness through simple actions. Gain new insights about your life’s meaning and purpose with this enlightening blog that follows!…
Beth Elkassih
December 11, 2024 
Episode OverviewFeeling relevant and finding purpose is crucial as we navigate the complexities of aging. Beverly Glazer and Wendy Green explore the common experience of feeling invisible as we grow older and how redefining our sense of self can lead to renewed passion and engagement in life. They d…
Episode OverviewFeeling relevant and finding purpose is crucial as we navigate the complexities of aging. Beverly Glazer and Wendy Green explore the common experience of feeling invisible as we grow o…
Episode OverviewFeeling relevant and finding purpose is crucial as we navigate the complexities of aging. Beverly Glazer and Wendy Green explore the common experience of feeling invisible as we grow older and how redefining our sense of self can lead to renewed passion and engagement in life. They discuss the importance of reconnecting with activities we once loved and the power of community in fostering a sense of belonging. Through inspiring stories and personal experiences, they highlight how it's never too late to pursue new interests or reinvigorate old ones. Join them as they challenge t…
Wendy Green
December 10, 2024 
Author BioChris now lives in Belfast with his family, after spending the 8 years in Dubai, where he ran a Mobile App development company. On his return from South America in 1981 he took over the family furniture shop in Belfast, which he transformed into a successful property business. During the f…
Author BioChris now lives in Belfast with his family, after spending the 8 years in Dubai, where he ran a Mobile App development company. On his return from South America in 1981 he took over the fami…
Author BioChris now lives in Belfast with his family, after spending the 8 years in Dubai, where he ran a Mobile App development company. On his return from South America in 1981 he took over the family furniture shop in Belfast, which he transformed into a successful property business. During the financial crash in 2010, the Ulster Bank took over his property business; he self litigated and got his properties back. The journey still impacts on his life after 40 years. He now works with Jeff Arditti from North Carolina selling furniture around the world, and in Dubai Chris and his family lived…
Courtney Ripoll-McBride
December 10, 2024 Welcome to the Inspirations for Your Life Podcast! 🎧 Today, we’re exploring the surprising parallels between ducks and humans 🦆✨ when it comes to motivation. Both can teach us powerful lessons about how to navigate challenges, simplify focus, embrace teamwork, and balance the hustle with m…
Welcome to the Inspirations for Your Life Podcast! 🎧 Today, we’re exploring the surprising parallels between ducks and humans 🦆✨ when it comes to motivation. Both can teach us powerful lesso…
Welcome to the Inspirations for Your Life Podcast! 🎧 Today, we’re exploring the surprising parallels between ducks and humans 🦆✨ when it comes to motivation. Both can teach us powerful lessons about how to navigate challenges, simplify focus, embrace teamwork, and balance the hustle with moments of joy. Whether you're paddling hard under the surface like a duck or igniting your inner fire as a human, this episode will help you unlock actionable strategies to lead a more motivated, fulfilling life. Let’s dive in! 🌊🔥Key Topics: Duck Side 🦆 vs. Human Side 🧍♂️1…
John Morley
December 9, 2024 Generative AI might sound futuristic, like something out of The Jetsons, but it’s already here and can truly make life a bit easier (and more fun!) for seniors. Here’s why embracing this technology isn’t something to fear—and might even be something to get excited about!Enhanced Communic…
Generative AI might sound futuristic, like something out of The Jetsons, but it’s already here and can truly make life a bit easier (and more fun!) for seniors. Here’s why embracing this technol…
Generative AI might sound futuristic, like something out of The Jetsons, but it’s already here and can truly make life a bit easier (and more fun!) for seniors. Here’s why embracing this technology isn’t something to fear—and might even be something to get excited about!Enhanced CommunicationGenerative AI tools, like speech-to-text software, can lend a hand (or voice!) to seniors who might struggle with typing or writing. Picture this: just talking, and your words pop up on the screen! Perfect for sending emails, chatting on social media, or even penning that long-awaited letter …
Royce Shook
December 7, 2024 
