I have watched the TV series Ted Lasso and was intrigued when I came across a list of 13 Leadership lessons from the series. I thought about it and thought some more and then added to and fine-tuned the list. So, here is my expanded list of leadership qualities inspired by Ted Lasso’s TV series: […]
1. Don’t lend money to your family. Give it. 2. Never shake a hand while sitting down. 3. Stop telling people more than they need to know. 4. Never eat the last piece of something you didn’t buy. 5. Don’t throw your friend under the bus to impress someone. 6. Never insult the cooking when […]
Mercer and CFA Institute have released the 15th annual Mercer CFA Institute Global Pension Index (MCGPI). The Netherlands’ retirement income system has regained the top spot on the list, with Iceland and Denmark taking second and third places respectively. How does your country rank? Canada has a B, Australia has a B+ and the United […]
The statement that “Of the four seasons, winter is by far the most paradoxical” suggests that winter is a season that exhibits contradictory characteristics, making it unique and complex in comparison to the other seasons. Winter can be incredibly harsh, with freezing temperatures, snowstorms, and icy conditions. However, it’s also considered one of the most […]
We need to acknowledge uncertainty and not fight against it Once we understand that doing this is a powerful concept that can be applied to various aspects of life. When faced with a health condition, acknowledging the uncertainty of the outcome can reduce anxiety. Instead of resisting the reality of the illness, one can focus […]
At any age, you can find solace and renewed purpose. It’s never too late to set another goal or to dream a new dream. When you’re feeling down, remember that life can still surprise you with beautiful moments. These moments, though they may be few, are the ones that can rekindle your spirit and breathe […]
Three years ago, I came across the statement “Who we are is how we learn.” It suggests that our identity, background, and experiences influence how we learn. As I was thinking about what a person can do when they retire, learning something new is a great idea. When I was teaching at the University, I […]
My thanks to Cristina for this. I recently went to a restaurant to celebrate my son’s birthday and was utterly shocked when it wasn’t possible to order from a paper menu – we were asked to go to the website to order and pay online… while we were sitting at the table and the waiter […]
Life begins and life ends. As seniors, we are nearer the end than the beginning, so a question to ask is: what have we done with the time in between? Many seniors, as we face the end, reflect on the purpose and meaning of our lives. This question allows us the opportunity to reflect on […]
As I have said I don’t think a lot about growing older, nor do my friends. We have never been accused of acting our age, which is a compliment. I think there may be some unwritten rules about ageing that may have been written down somewhere, but I have not found them yet. Here are […]
