Welcome to the X.

Those who’ve been reading these pieces for a while know that Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. I will be blessed to have both children and my three granddaughters around the table this year. This warms my heart to the nth degree. In addition, there will…

We often mistake experience for wisdom. But today, our guest challenges this notion. Wisdom isn't just about ourselves; it's about the legacy we craft. How do we become good ancestors and leave the world better than the one we entered? Join me in a conversation…

Having spent the last four decades as a planner, I recognize my own tendency to think things through in advance. This mindset is useful in so many aspects of life, whether it’s projects, travel, or life in general. My natural reaction is to consider the…

We can’t deny that our lifespan is less than it was, with more roads behind us than ahead. We know there will be a diminishment of mental acuity, physical strength, and energy. We know that the longer we live, the greater the chance that the…

Today we're delving into the world of dating. If you're married and thinking about skipping this one, I’d suggest you pause and consider sharing it with the single men in your life, whether they're single due to widowhood, divorce, or other circumstances. Our guest today…

For many men, life often runs along a relatively narrow view. You know, work-focused, family, maybe a hobby or two. But in Chapter X, there’s a whole lot of time to fill, you might find yourself stuck without many ideas to explore. If you’re feeling…

During our last monthly Zoom get together, the topic came up regarding creating new social relationships. This doesn’t seem to be a problem for those extroverts who have mastered the art of social ease, but for us introverts, it can be really challenging. Some of…

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…