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There’s nothing that raises my hackles more than people who peddle quick fixes, simplistic answers and secret solutions. (That is, if I knew what a hackle was and if I even had them.)  Yes, I understand these offers, books and courses that promise to unravel…

In a world filled with endless choices, it's all too easy to fall into the analysis trap, especially while redefining the next chapter of our lives. The conventional retirement playbook has been tossed out, ushering in a new era. Today, we're joined by Campbell Gerrish,…

It’s Tuesday and the middle of the day. As I roll the trash and recycling cans to the back of the house, a sense of displacement washes over me. The street is quiet, and suddenly, I can’t help but feel out of place. “The rest…

When you think of the word “retirement,” the mind swims with the possibilities. Some envision it as a time for sitting on a beach or planted on the couch. Others see it as an opportunity for working part-time and engaging in various activities. For some,…

In Yiddish, there's an expression, "bashert," meaning that some things are destined to happen. Last September, I had the privilege of attending my first writers' conference, and amid a wealth of wisdom and inspiration, fate led me to a serendipitous meeting with today's guest.  David…

Have you ever experienced a time when nothing seems to flow? You know, those times when finding a pathway to feeling on track seems nearly impossible. I certainly know that feeling—it’s a battle I face regularly. I find myself in a constant struggle, trying to…

Yesterday, I returned from the C3 writers conference, my first experience with this remarkable group of caring, creative and engaged writers. Their genres were as diverse as they were in experience, gender, age and attitude. But what was most striking to me was their generosity…

Today, we're getting to the root of a problem that plagues 80% of the population at some point in their lives: back pain. Dr. Lysander Jim, a spine health specialist, is here to shed light on this frequently misunderstood problem. Dr. Jim's journey into the…