You may joke about middle-aged men (and women) buying a sports car when they hit 50, but there’s actually some truth behind the fabled mid-life crisis. While it’s often associated with males, women are more likely to go through this particular bump in the road earlier in life than men. Instead of getting a facelift […]
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Because introverts sometimes fade into the background, it may be tougher for them to make new friends or get considered first for promotions at work. Here are seven ways introverts can make an impact at home and work that doesn’t require them to change who they are…
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How do you envision getting older? Do you see yourself surrounded by the love and support of your family? Do you imagine traveling the world now that you’re finally retired? Or do you associate getting older with isolation and melancholy? Global statistics show that roughly 600 million people are currently 60-years of age or older […]
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August is the month when we celebrated Friendship Day, but you might’ve missed it. Apparently, this special day honoring friends has been around since 1935 in the U.S., and other countries around the world have adopted it as well. And why not? Friendship is cherished everywhere, and for good reason. However, you can celebrate friendship […]
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We spend a good deal of our time as friends and parents worrying about the well-being of others, without paying too much mind about our own wellness in many cases. However, unless you put yourself first sometimes, you won’t be doing yourself or anyone you care for any favors. While “me time” can be an […]
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I had lunch with an old friend yesterday, during which she expressed a newfound inspiration for “me-time”. In her case, she had her children in her very early 20’s. Now in her 40’s she’s realized that her kids are old enough to get themselves to and from part time jobs, prepare meals once in a […]
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