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Small things, perhaps insignificant in your own mind, can be the pebble in the lake that creates great waves of meaning to others. I recently saw a picture of my college roommate, still a dear and close friend, with his granddaughter on a carousel. Lo…

The news is filled with words that are meant to evoke a reaction. Each story is curated to excite or provoke a reaction, prompting you to keep that station tuned right where it is. It isn’t necessarily accurate, nor is it necessarily important, but the…

How would you define your core values?  As children, your values are usually passed down from your parents or teachers. But as adults, it’s important to reconsider what we believe—and why—if we are to move closer to living a life with meaning.  In this episode,…

I can never be mistaken for a stoic. I pretty much wear my emotions on the outside. Ok, so I am a mush… I admit it. If there were a support group for “mushes” like me, I’d probably be leading the group. This past weekend,…

We are all living with an expiration date. If you knew the date, what would change? What would you do differently? While we might be wading through the quicksand of doubt, fear, remorse or frustration (to name but a few), we have no choice but…

For those of you who know me, you know that I am most comfortable in the role of caregiver, advisor or coach. As a doer, my most uncomfortable role is being the receiver of care or help. Yes, I know. It is ridiculous and even…

One of the toughest parts of retiring is actually taking the leap. Over the years, I’ve met many who have been focused on saving, investing, and planning for years. While they’re financially secure, they can’t bring themselves to leave work behind yet. Today I’m joined by…

Harold Arlen and EY Harburg wrote the lyrics to “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” of The Wizard of Oz fame. Not only is it a song and movie that I grew up with, but one I also shared with my children. The angst of Dorothy wishing…