by Wendy - Hey, Boomer | Apr 20, 2023 | Blog, Possibilities, Purpose
Initial Survey Results As you may remember, I sent out a survey last week asking several questions about retirement. What motivated me to send out this survey was the results of some research out of MIT AgeLab and an article written in Forbes magazine by Dr. Joseph...
by Wendy - Hey, Boomer | Mar 22, 2023 | Blog, Possibilities, Transition
Last week I shared six tips to help you find harmony and fulfillment in the next chapter of your life. They were: I count my blessings. I dream big. I practice forgiveness. I give generously. I take responsibility. I connect with others. This week I want to share six...
by Wendy - Hey, Boomer | Mar 16, 2023 | Blog, Possibilities, Reflections
Life changes. That is one thing we can count on. Leaving full-time employment is a major life change. In fact, on the scale of top stressors, retirement is rated as number 10. How you experience those changes is directly affected by your thinking,...
by Wendy - Hey, Boomer | Mar 3, 2023 | Blog, Possibilities, Reflections
I have been thinking a lot about connections between generations. In the past 6 weeks, I have spoken with Elly Katz from Sages and Seekers, Avery and Eleanor, two high school students who founded The Young Women’s Forum at their school, and Sky Bergman, documentary...
by Wendy - Hey, Boomer | Feb 23, 2023 | Possibilities, Purpose
I woke up this morning in pain, feeling exhausted. Having purpose and meaning is what has kept me going these past few months, in spite of the pain. I have gone through a series of tests and nothing significant has shown up. So, this morning, I ordered a new mattress....
by Wendy - Hey, Boomer | Feb 15, 2023 | Blog, Possibilities, Transition
What happens when you leave your career and your professional identity after 40-50 years in the corporate world? Golf, travel, grandkids are all great, but they won’t fill the 12-16 waking hours of each day. Reinventing yourself may be your next step. Many of us need...
