Nowadays, it’s not uncommon to see older individuals and retirees attending college and seeking out new and different degrees. Some simply want to be “lifelong learners” and focus on their overall growth and wellbeing. Others may want to earn more credits or certifications for a specific career path. Whatever the reason, it’s never too late to go back to school at any age … [Read more...]
Does it Seem Like Mercury is Always in Retrograde?
I don’t follow astrology religiously but sometimes it’s fun. We hear over and over that Mercury is in retrograde meaning things don’t work, it’s not a good time to start new ventures, and the world goes wacko. I know people who won’t go out of their house when it’s occurring. What is Mercury in retrograde? Four times during the year Mercury, which is the closest planet … [Read more...]
One Day University Online Lectures: Review
Have you thought about taking an online class to up your game intellectually, but don’t have time for a full-time curriculum? If so, I’d like to introduce you to One Day University. College classes you can take in an hour One Day University lectures traditionally held live events but, because of the pandemic has also moved into online live-streaming events. You can … [Read more...]
How to Boost Your Productivity When You’re at Home
The lockdown for the COVID-19 pandemic was challenging for many of us. But, of course, we've learned a lot, as well, too. Although there were apparent pressures, involving especially our health and family members, many of us have thrived. Some individuals were able to communicate more with their kids or grandchildren. But they also took more time to take care of … [Read more...]
The Pain of Wisdom: Old Guy in a Bar Story
Dennis Fried tells a short story about "an old guy in a bar . . . " The scene: the 1970s, a family-owned Irish bar in Leeds, New York, that served as the informal headquarters for a group of us young guys who were still living the single life and still maintaining the resolve not to let getting up early for work interfere with staying up late for fun. There was no … [Read more...]
