the juicy years

As questions came up for me this morning,  I heard the call. It ’s been a while since I created space to write, even though in the last 12 months there’s been more time than ever!  Though it’s challenged us all in many ways,  it’s also a gift. A huge transformational time on earth that we in our 3 rd  chapter can experience. Having lived through many decades of change and/or struggle, we can be a source of calm and wisdom for others, and our loved ones.  Numerous people have written inspiring articles and engaged in philosophical conversations about this period in time. For me, I’m focusing on how to stay present, contented and healthy to ride out the next few years of uncertainty. I’m not concerned about where we’re headed as any fear is more detrimental to our health than any virus.  Don’t allow fear to call the shots! Action is also a potent antidote to fear, and here’s one step to start – a True Vitality TEST that you can complete on the Blue Zone...

In these winter months it's an opportune time for reflection.  What makes your life meaningful in your elder years? As our lifespan is greater than any generation before us, we can shape ourselves into the kind of elder we want to be.  It's an extraordinary time to be alive!  We now have a smorgasbord of activities and experiences to delve into. Waking up feeling optimistic about your day is a sure sign that your life has meaning.  For many, this time is for re-defining oneself.  Perhaps  mourning the loss of our younger self, or identity?  Letting go of one's former identity can be difficult for some. In our quest to live meaningfully, I believe it’s to live authentically, in alignment with our values and personal ethos. With renewed confidence and a “so what” attitude, our 3 rd  chapter  can be the most joyful and meaningful time of our lives. Have you ever asked yourself "Who am I ?" During our early years...