We’re about to lose Is the living presence of the elders who make up the Greatest Generation. Is anyone paying attention? And how can we celebrate this group while they are still with us? Read More
A Heart, a Message, and the Magic of Growing Old
After speaking at a hospice event, I was given a heart with the word “MAGIC” on it. And that led me back to Edwina, 94, who taught me about finding the magic in aging. Read More
Finding a Purpose: Can You Help One of Our Readers?
According to Gary, 74, you need to look for your purpose and your passion, or you miss out on a lot of what life has to offer. A reader commented and asks your advice: Can you help her? Please comment! Read More
Happiness Made Simple: 5 Elders on Savoring the Small Things in Life
When it comes to happiness, many of the elders urge us to “think small.” They are thankful for what they have, right now, rather than pinning their happiness on future achievements or possessions. Read More
April’s Lessons: Savoring the Present Moment
April, 63, sent us a list of lessons that reflect an important idea: Savoring the small things each day that make life pleasant. Read More
The Emphasis Should Be on Life!
Among the Legacy Project elders, I found the advice from people in their 90s and beyond to be particularly stirring. Wilfred, 93, reflected on his long life experience and offers these lessons for living (including one from Zorba the Greek!). Read More
Sometimes a Few Words Can Change You: “Elder Mantras”
Elder wisdom sometimes gets expressed in a powerful phrase or idea. I find that the voice of one or another of the Legacy Project elders will come to mind in stressful situations. I’ve come to call these their “elder mantras.” Read More
Adding Exclamation Points to Life! New Elder Wisdom Video
Gene has lived a very full life and continues to enjoy it into his 80s. He shares a tip he offered his children – if you are not using exclamation points, perhaps you aren’t looking for everything life has to offer. Read More
