control and legacy Archives - Aging, caregiving and the journey through the second half of life

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September 5, 2019

This blog post is about the journey we take from middle age to old age. While I realize that most of us all are fearful of this unavoidable transition to being old, I can assure you not understanding the underlying…

PDF Copy Of “Seventy-Something”

January 16, 2019

No one can build you that bridge on which you, and only you, must cross the river of life.. Nietzche Use this form to order a PDF copy of Seventy-Something: Boomer Becoming Their Parents Submit a form.…

Seventy-Something: Boomers Becoming Their Parents

January 13, 2019

I recently updated this article for boomers to remind them of two things: This is the unspoken agenda of your aging parents. They need for you to understand its implications and find ways to partner with them to protect their…

Mind The Gap

December 29, 2017

Aging parents have a different psychological agenda from their adult children. The agenda of the last phase of life has a laser like focus on preserving control and creating a legacy. It’s all about Lasting and Leaving. Adult children need…

Outdated Assumptions: Rethinking Conversations with Seniors

July 7, 2017

The aging of America has created unprecedented opportunities for professionals who work in the senior market. However, many professionals find themselves unprepared to successfully communicate with older adults and wind up frustrated and confused about “what went wrong” with their…