Adult and Senior Development Articles

“The purpose of having boundaries is to protect and take care of ourselves,” writes Robert Burney, in “Codependence: The Dance of Wounded Souls.” The term “boundaries” has been around for some time, and if ever a term needed an adjective before it, it would be “boundaries.” For instance, we ...

Money isn’t everything, as the saying goes, but it sure helps. Sadly, the amount of energy put into attaining money does make it look as though it is everything to most people. The very fact that wealthy people always seem to seek more money reinforces that image. I have worked with some ...

Arthur and Samatha are going at it again. It’s hard to watch from the outside, because it’s obvious they love each other, and obvious that they’re quite compatible. They’ve both been divorced, though, so they’re leery, and what they’re doing is finding sore points – even manufacturing them, ...

When we apply our knowledge from the DISC, the StrengthsFinder(tm) profile, the Keirsey, and the EQ-Map, we can eliminate a lot of the stressnin the holidays. How does this work? Well, if you're going shopping for the tree with someone who is ambitious, forceful, decisive, strong-willed, ...

It took nearly fifty years, but I can honestly say at last that I learned something really important from my time at WHS. Accepting the invitation to attend the reunion of the 1951 intake was itself a major decision. It entailed travelling from Calgary in Western Canada to take part in an ...

Here are three things typical of your first weeks on a new job. 1. You will get sick. 2. You will find out you were lied to. 3. You will have a mini-crisis at home. There. Now that you have the proper expectations, it will be easier. If these don't happen to you, be pleasantly ...

It’s common knowledge that athletes must have trainers and coaches. It’s a long tradition, not even questioned. The results of the coaching are also obvious … athletes engage in physical actions, and one can easily see the results. They are using what’s called “gross motor skills” – hitting ...

“Intuition is vital to the empowered employee,” says Garrett Boone, CEO of the Container Store, in “Fast Company,” but intuition certainly doesn’t come to the unprepared mind. The more knowledgeable you are, the better informed you are, the better prepared you are to use your intuition.” So ...

I've been planning to move for some time, but first I had to repair the foundation on my house (a common problem in south Texas) and also get a new roof because of hail damage (another common problem in south Texas. I finished getting those major projects done, and turned to the tweaking of the ...

One of the surest paths to personal growth and well-being nis expressing yoursel. You can do this through jou aling, nbut there's a more fun way: write articles for the Internet. The web is hungry for information! Webpublishers looking for content for their websites and ezines and you could ...

Exercise is something that older adults need to incorporate into their lives to get healthier, prevent falls and injury and promote an overall feeling of wellbeing. The recommended exercise schedule for seniors is 3 days a week of aerobic exercise for 10 to 30 minutes and 2 days a week of strength and balance exercises. Stretching exercises should be included in all days of exercise. As with any exercise, don’t over exert yourself. If you feel any pain, reduce the number of

Sarah Wilson, a dog trainer, was recently interviewed in a magazine article in reference to her master’s thesis which is about women and their dogs. She feels that what women are intuitively attracted to in a dog are the same things she’ll enjoy in a mate. (I’m sure this applies to men as ...

It’s the morning after you’ve been to the doctor’s office, you have high blood pressure. Your “youth” is over. It’s the morning after you played three days of golf in a row; your “take-off” knee is double its size. You know that it’s time to schedule the replacement; you’re not thirty anymore. It’s the morning after you’ve just moved from your big family home to your new condo, in another city, closer to the children. Boxes to unpack; new friends to make. It’s the morning after the Memorial Service and all of your family has gone home. You’re on your own.

Remember your Optimism rules: Attribute bad things to something that isn't permanent, pervasive, or personal. Attribute good events to things that ARE permanent, pervasive, and personal. Learned Optimism is the emotionally intelligent way to reduce stress, live longer, be healthier, recover ...

What is the best exercise plan for me?—Follow the “workout” with a fitness plan that “fits” you If exercise is so good for us, why do we find it so difficult to exercise regularly? It was not always like this. In elementary school, you probably could not wait for recess. It was a time to walk, run, jump and be out there. You were exercising and enjoying every minute of it. Now it’s more of a chore. But it does not have to be this way if you focus on activities that you like a

It’s common at mid-life to have the feeling that you didn’t factor yourself into your own life. In fact I got that phrase from a client who, at 47 years, had noticed that she hadn’t. You think your goals and plans were all about you, but at mid-life we often have the feeling that we were ...

Natural law applies to every sentient being. It allows you to tap into your true potential more easily and lead a more fulfilling, successful life. This law guides your destiny every moment of your life, and acts according to the choices you make. So what is this “natural law”? It’s the process through which change happens, when potential is actualized. According to Deepak Chopra, it’s “the process by which the observer becomes the observed and…by which the seer becomes the seen.” The definition of this law assumes the following:

Martin Seligman, Ph.D., noted Optimism researcher, who’s now studying Authentic Happiness, has proposed that one of the surest paths to happiness is to know your signature strengths and build your life around them, particularly if it’s in a way that has meaning to you. Management gurus, ...

It can present itself as depression, aching and exhaustion, burn out, fibromyalgia, auto-immune deficiencies, low sex drive, insomnia, hair loss, and a host of other things that make life a struggle every day. Adrenal fatigue will ultimately compromise your immune system, which is your health. ...

My granddaughter is 5. Last time she smacked her little brother and I had words with her, she said, “I didn’t mean to hit him.” A preposterous statement since I’d seen her walk over, pick up a book and whack him with it. But then she’s only 5. It continued, as I comforted both the offended ...

Meditating on a consistent, daily basis shouldn’t be viewed as “taking time away” from your schedule. Rather, it’s an opportunity to honor your life by devoting the time needed to center yourself every day so you can face the obstacles around you with a vivacious, courageous spirit. It’s just as important in your life as eating and sleeping. Let’s look at what meditation can accomplish for you, and how you can start meditation today. *Benefits of Meditating on a Consistent Basis *Experience peace of mind (reduce mental chatter) *Increase your ability to focus and concentrate

This article is for you if you’re a behind-the-scenes kind pf person: the administrative assistant who gets the presentation ready for the guys in marketing but doesn’t get to go to the meeting; the PR pro who writes all the CEO’s speeches and answers all the complain letters; the at-home ...

Multiculturalism is a reality in the US and for those of us who do business globally. The US has more legal immigrants yearly than all the other countries in the world combined. Also there are vast cultural differences among "native" Americans living in the US for several generations, as you ...

Getting around can sometimes become much more difficult with age, often as the result of diseases such as arthritis, which can make moving the hips and knees very painful. As a result, it is not uncommon for a senior to have difficulty walking for an extended period of time and even things like going to the local mall can become a chore. For this reason, mobility scooters are a very popular type of mobility vehicle used to increase accessibility and restore independence. If

Well, you know how the fairytale goes … Little Red Riding Hood heads out into the woods to see her grandmother. First she fails to notice the wolf when he approaches her in the woods, but goes gaily on her way. Then, when she arrives at her Grandmother’s house things look suspicious and she ...

Coaching's been around for about 10 years but there are still lots of people who haven't tried it yet, and don't know what it's about. Two major confusions in people's minds are: nn· What's the difference between coaching and therapy, and;nn· What's the difference between coaching and a good ...

The Adrenaline Lifestyle, Adrenaline Addiction, can be very difficult to acknowledge and to balance. It’s a form of compulsive behavior, sometimes leading to substance abuse and depression. A busy lifestyle can be compelling because society seems to admire and promote this. People who are perceived as popular. People who are the president, chairman, organizer. People who always seem so busy. People who are invited to everything. People who seem to be able to balance many plates in the air at once.

Back pain is one of the most common issues affecting people all over the world. It can cause great pain and discomfort, and affect daily living by hampering freedom of movement. Factors responsible for back pain include muscle strain, heavy or strenuous work, incorrect posture, sports injuries, accidents, sedentary lifestyle, weight problems, and ageing. A proper and timely medical diagnosis followed by the right therapy and treatment is a viable solution. A reliable pain man

Quote from The 9 Steps to Emotional Fitness a book also by Warren Redmannn“I thought you said you’d done that.” “No, I said I’d need more time and some training before I could complete it.” “Well, I assumed you were getting the training.” ...

“It’s called Companion Air,” my client Sarita bubbled. She wants to take a trip and doesn’t want to leave Rudy, her dog, at home. So there she is, with lots of money and time, staying home. I LOVE MY DOG AND I WANT TO TRAVEL What is Companion Air? ( http://www.companionair.com ) ...

Are you beginning to experience problems with your vision? Are you having trouble seeing things that are close up, yet hesitate to get your vision corrected by surgery and don't want to wear glasses? If you answered "yes" to these questions, then maybe vision training is for you. Vision training is a safe and natural method in which you practice exercises that will help to improve near sightedness. It is non-invasive and doesn't require surgery, laser treatments or that you w

When I first met Tom, more than ten years ago, he was a single man of 32, who sold vending machines for a living. He was successful at this, one of the best salesmen in the company, despite being unable to write because of his dyslexia. But he felt himself to be a failure, and that he had not ...

VACATION 101. It’s about having fun, peace of mind, not working and not worrying. Do these things and increase those chances! And remember that the watchword today is not that it changes, but how fast it changes. PACK THOSE “SMALL” THINGS. They get really "large" on a trip. The nail ...

Finding a husband at midlife is a challenge. Since people date for different reasons, if you want marriage, you must differentiate yourself, select men accordingly, and behave differently. n Some of the problems are that there are more women than men at this age, some men prefer to date ...

There is a misconception that urology problems like incontinence and bladder infections etc get associated only with women. But in reality, man suffers the urology problems more than women. In men, urologists treat disorders related to the penis, prostate, seminal vesicles etc. Most of the time, men hide it and feel hesitant to talk to about it. Now a time has changed, the best urologist in Gurgaon treats you like a friend and you can tell/share your problem with them friendl

I just returned from vacation and I was once again reminded how easy it is to avoid exercise when traveling or avoid even starting while at home when you are older! When you are not in your regular routine or having not started a regular exercise routine it’s just too easy to do nothing! In reality, there are no excuses for either when you can simply get back to the basics! If you are 25, 35 or 45 and in a location without a gym or fitness center there are a number of thing

The first date is a high-stress time. Here are some ways to make it work better for you. 1. Keep it in perspective. If it's going well, no problem, but if it isn't, remember it's just a date and it'll end. Make the most of it. 2. Keep your expectations in line. Consider possibilities rather ...

There are some benefits in becoming a senior. This is a time when many people get to retire and reap some of the rewards of their labor during their working years. One such benefit is Medicare coverage. Throughout a person’s working career, Social Security and Medicare taxes are deducted from their earned income.

Meditating can be like cleaning the house. Everything is in place, looks okay, just needs a little dusting, right? As soon as you start vacuuming behind the furniture and redoing the bookcases and washing the windows, the place is a mess. When you are cleaning your spiritual house you may notice this same phenomenon. Ordinary considerations are jostled about in search of the pristine truths. These are hidden underneath the gunk of everyday life and lies; under the programming

Children are especially vulnerable to cold, flus and other sickness bugs as their immune system hasn’t fully developed yet. But that doesn’t mean there’s nothing you can do about it. This article, written with the help of experts at the paediatrics hospital in Gurgaon defines the four pillars of immunity in children, which will give your child a much needed immunity boost and will also pay off in the long term as they grow up. The paediatricians at the child care hospit

The first step to enjoying a more successful life is to understand your current behavioral patterns, and determine if you're living up to your maximum potential in the areas of life that are important to you. In other words: what do you really want in life? “Your Life Focus” is a tool that will help you identify both the strong points in your life and behavior, as well as areas where you may not feel as fulfilled as you'd like. In this exercise you'll be able to clearly see the areas that could use improvement.

Olivia and I returned from going to the rodeo, and we’d been talking about going swimming. “That would be fun,” I said. “We’re hot and sticky. Let’s ask your Dad if you can.” When we got to the house, Olivia ran ahead of me. While I was talking to her Dad, she came running out in her ...

Pain, whether it’s physical or emotional, is an inevitable and vital part of life. It is clearer that physical pain is an important signal to us that part of our body is under attack, whether from an exte al source (“ouch, I just scraped my knee”) or an inte al one (“my stomach really aches”). ...

What is executive coaching? Coaches help executives increase their productivity, work relationships and work satisfaction, and the quality of their lives and that of the organization by increasing their emotional intelligence. They also help the executive define authenticity and values. ...

How's your list of New Year's resolutions coming? Studies show that most people have already failed by the 15th of January. Has this happened to you? If so, you may have nleft out the prime ingredient for your success - a coach! Coaching is a new field. Until you've talked to someone who's ...

Q: What do most employees hate the most about work? A: The meetings. Here are some ways to apply your emotional intelligence to running the kind of meetings people would actually like to attend. 1. Intentionality. Intentionality is one of the highest-level emotional intelligence competencies ...

For those of you over the age of 50 who are starting a new business or career venture, you can proudly call yourself a seniorprenuer. At this point in your career, you’re aware of the importance of networking... but what exactly does networking mean as a Seniorprenuer?

Who pays an Orange County home care giver is a very common question. Depending on who you work with, or what agency you work with, you will handle the payments differently. If you hire a person in private practice, you will pay them directly. They will be considered an independent contractor in some circumstances. If you hire them full-on to live at the house, they may be regarded as an employee or something different. There are a lot of people out there that aren't quite ava