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November 2, 2023

Finding Yourself

As Rabbi Andy Warmflash's professional life came to an end and his parental duties dwindled, his world was flipped on its head. He had an abundance of time, but profound questions about his identity loomed. With a lifelong career as a rabbi, his job had…
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October 31, 2023

Routines

I hate the idea of routines. But I dearly need them, at least in certain parts of my life. Following a summer of travel and activities that included a European river cruise, stints in the Berkshires and the Jersey Shore, along with attending a writer’s…
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October 28, 2023

The Problem with Simple Answers and Simple Solutions

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…
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October 26, 2023

Mastering the Third Half

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,…
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October 24, 2023

I Had a Moment

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…
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October 22, 2023

Definitions

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,…
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October 19, 2023

A New Chapter of Purpose

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…
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October 17, 2023

My GPS Is Broken

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…
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