Learn to Forgive for Good
Dr. Fred Luskin’s very readable book will help you understand why we hold onto our grievance stories, why we blame others, and how we can learn to forgive for good.
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Grandmother Power Celebrated in Museum Exhibit
The Grand Rapids Public Museum opened an exhibit devoted to celebrating grandmothers. The exhibit is based on Paola Gianturco’s book Grandmother Power: A Global Phenomenon.
Read More »Celebrating Grandparents Day with Grandmas
Today’s grandmas are a different breed than our own grandmothers. They’re more active and engaged in activities that are changing the world.
Read More »Grace, Under Pressure Gives Voice to Autistic Daughter
Sophie Walker helped her daughter find self-esteem by embracing her autism and helped herself overcome depression by training to run a marathon.
Read More »Who Are You When You’re Not Grandma?
Beneath the surface of every nurturing grandma is a wealth of interesting stories and life experiences. I know because I’ve met hundreds of fascinating grandmas.
Read More »Boost Your Self-Esteem – Tell Yourself You’re Awesome
Why are we so hard on ourselves instead of having high self-esteem like our young grandchildren? We need to realize that our Inner Critic is a Big Fat Liar.
Read More »Good Friends Make You Richer
Some people measure wealth in dollars. I measure mine in friends—especially old friends who go back decades. Last weekend, three of us had a 3-night pajama party in Seattle.
Read More »Boomers, Find Your Inner Artist
If you’ve dreamed of playing an instrument or becoming a writer or artist, there’s a higher likelihood of it happening in your sixties than any other time in your life, according to Francine Toder.
Read More »Interview with Elaine Williams on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
I interviewed Elaine K. Williams about her book “The Sacred Work of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren” because of her insight, empathy, and understanding of this growing trend.
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