Topic: Transition

What's Next When the Bottom Falls Out?

A lot has been written about the boomer experience...we are, after all, 79 milion people strong... and interested in what age 50+ looks like. An interesting addition is "The Nextnik," a six-episode online video written by movie-maker Mike Kravinsky that follows the tribulations, and triumphs, of Larry Zimmerman, a 55-year-old, upper management family man, who was fired and left with no clue about what comes next. His exploration of what really matters and how he makes a transition is the focus of this series. Tune in and let us know what you think.

Posted on Jan 6, 2012

Learning the Power of Compassion

Topics: Connection, Jobs, Transition

Award-winning author, Gail Sheehy, wrote an article in USA Today about Lee Kravitz, a 54-year-old "master of the magazine publishing universe," who unexpectedly, ""brutally," lost his job, but managed to find a silver lining...and discover an invaluable life lesson. Following the initial shock, the realization that he had lost contact with his family...and himself...while totally immersed in his work, hit home. Lee began a journey into the next phase of his life that included a true understanding of the word, "compassion," a focus on connecting in many different ways, and a book chronicling his transition.

Posted on Jul 14, 2011

Younger Boomers Reinventing their Lives

Topics: Boomers, Dating, Transition

There are so many terms to describe the boomer experience... the Encore Years, the Third Age, Coming of Age...and now, the "In-Betweeners," a term coined by well-known author, Gail Sheehy. In this USA Today article, Sheehy highlights the state of the largest cohort in America, those 45 to 55. They are not young, but are a long way from old; more unmarried than married; not sure about their work future...and above all, resilient and eager to find companionship. These traits are picked up in another article describing the growing interest of this age group and older in online dating on 50+ sites. Whether looking for a friend or spouse, they are staying in the game and doing it their way.

Posted on Jun 8, 2011

10 Must-Have Conversations for Couples Entering the "Encore" Years

Topics: Couples, Retirement, Transition

Roberta Taylor and Dorian Mintzer, psychologists and life coaches, have written The Couples Retirement Puzzle: 10 Must-Have Conversations for Transitioning to the Second Half of Life, a user-friendly guide for boomer couples as they redefine their lives and relationships during the "encore" years. This book acts as a road map for communication that helps couples understand their individual needs more clearly and craft a shared vision. To learn more about the book and how to get a copy, click here.

Posted on May 8, 2011

Sign Up to Explore Your Future...Now!

Topics: Boomers, Encore Years, Transition

Coming of Age's Explore Your Future workshop is coming to Philadelphia...and it's time to sign up! Designed for those 50 and older, this highly interactive, two-session workshop is a great first step to help you begin planning an engaged, fulfilling future. Whether you continue to work full-time, start a new career, seek out meaningful volunteer opportunities, or pursue hobbies or other interests, Explore Your Future helps you discover what really matters to you and provides strategies for achieving your goals. The sessions will be held on June 22nd and 29th at WHYY, 150 North 6th St., Philadelphia, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $125. Find out what your future can be...click here and start the journey!

Posted on May 8, 2011

Generation ReInvention

Topics: Age, Boomers, Transition

Attendees at the second annual Florida Boomer Lifestyle Conference covered a wide swath of life situations. Some celebrated their age, buying books called, Fabulous After 50 and Sensational After 60. Others wanted a confirmation of their not-so-positive reality, listening to a presentation on how the generation of promise became the generation of panic. In all cases, the buzzword was "reinvention ." New York Times author Michael Winerip provides his "take" on what this event says about the boomer lifestyle.

Posted on Apr 28, 2010

Going Entrepreneurial

Topics: Entrepreneurship, Self-employment, Transition

Have you always wanted to be your own boss? If so, join the more than five million Americans age 55 or older who run their own businesses or are otherwise self-employed. According to the Small Business Administration, the number of self-employed 55 to 64-year-olds is soaring, climbing 52 percent from 2000 to 2007. Check out the Small Business Administration website that offers advice and expertise for older adults ready to "leverage experience, passions, hobbies and resources to launch or purchase a small business.”

Posted on Mar 8, 2010

Six Reasons to Grow Old

Topics: Aging, Transition

In this New York Times article, ninety-year-old Rabbi Joshua O. Haberman reflects on his life and the advantages of aging. His list of the "compensations" he feels at this point in life include a sense of tranquility, gratitude, and greater involvement with family. His positive approach to life... and death...are a counterpoint to sterotypical views of aging ... and an inspiration to us all.

Posted on Jun 23, 2009

Boomers Reinvent Themselves

Topics: Encore Careers, Transition

“When you’re doing something you really love, it’s not really a job." This is the sentiment of a struggling real estate agent turned nature guide, who has turned her passion for the outdoors into a part-time business. Some boomers are taking the plunge by choice; others have been laid off or have to bolster sliding retirement funds. No matter how the change occurs, there are positive stories in re-invention.

Posted on Jun 18, 2009

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