Welcome to the X.

X as in the unique mix of decisions and experiences that will bring you meaning and joy in your next chapter. Think practical tools, a little inspiration and more than a few stories of those who’ve jumped the hurdle.
Meaning
May 31, 2020

Admission

I try to write every day to share ideas and thoughts—and hope that it gives something of value. There are days when my ideas tumble out of my head unhindered and other days, like today, where I struggle. I ask myself whether what I write…
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FitnessHealth
May 30, 2020

What YOU can do

If you’re in the age group of “most vulnerable”, you probably see the world through different lenses. Our patterns have changed. Our freedom has been limited. Our lives are in jeopardy. We can take some action to protect ourselves beyond washing hands, wearing protective gear…
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HealthMastery
May 28, 2020

Brick wall

Have you ever come to a problem that seemed as if there was no good solution? Your will might tempt you to keep hitting the wall in hopes of breaking through. You might hit it over and over again because, well, it’s your way. The…
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HealthMeaning
May 26, 2020

Of self-doubt, self-aggression and self-pity

The first is ok…we’re allowed to doubt our capabilities, our abilities, our knowledge. It’s actually a good way of testing ourselves and what we know or believe. Self-aggression—the act of beating yourself up—is not ok! Self-pity also falls into the category of a no-no. While…
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HealthMastery
May 24, 2020

Battling with decisions

I spoke with a client today who is approaching retirement (he’s been considering the timing for a while).  Now that he’s recovered from his battle with COVID and is helping his wife do the same, he is still feeling doubts and maybe even some guilt…
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HealthMeaning
May 23, 2020

News flash!

Pay attention…hot news coming over the wire! We are all going to die! Are you going to make the time remaining purposeful, fulfilling and filled with meaning? OR are you going to spend your life in regret, depression and in a state of wasting? It…
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LongevityMeaning
May 21, 2020

Who am I, if I am not my job?

I hear this a lot from men who are facing retirement. It’s a deep question of self-identity. During work life where everything you do is pretty much centered around your career, business, occupation, job, gig, title…it’s simple: You are your job! But if you step…
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MeaningRelationships
May 19, 2020

A Hand Up…

On Saturday, I sent out a post that I had “hit the wall.” I wrestled with sending it—not sure if it would be read with lots of discomfort or negativity. I fought the urge to dump it into the virtual trashcan and not share how…
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