Fear and anxiety seem like constants in our modern daily lives. On any given day, we have a plethora of things to worry about on the macro and micro level.…
Published September 20, 2016 by Cathy Hamilton
Published September 13, 2016 by Cathy Hamilton
We have to admit there are times when a commune would come in handy: On Saturdays, when the yard work has been piling up all week… on Thanksgiving when your…
Published September 7, 2016 by Cathy Hamilton
Blogger’s disclaimer: Of football, I am a fair weather fan, at best. And, the weather around my team of choice has been dismal for years. I write this as a…
Published August 10, 2016 by Cathy Hamilton
In terms of transition, retirement is a lot like a marriage. First comes the big day when everyone’s attention is focused only on you. There are accolades, toasts. Maybe even…
Published July 15, 2016 by Cathy Hamilton
Some say an engagement isn’t official until there’s a ring and a date. The same could be said for retirement. Until you actually set a target date or, at least,…
Published July 1, 2016 by Cathy Hamilton
This Forbes article introduces us to the “new theory of well-being.” The five ingredients of what scientists call “authentic happiness” are: Positive emotions, engagement, positive relationships, meaning and accomplishment. At…
Published June 6, 2016 by Cathy Hamilton
Clients give us all kinds of reasons why they’re reluctant to retire: My wife doesn’t want me around all day. I don’t know what I’d do with myself. Work is…
Published May 18, 2016 by Cathy Hamilton
The closer we get to retirement, our perspective about time changes, prompting important questions that may or may not be easily answerable: When is the best time to retire? “Time” takes…
Published May 10, 2016 by Cathy Hamilton
When you announce your retirement, your family will no doubt cheer your decision and toast your happy future. But, deep down, they might be worried: “What is he going to…
Published April 19, 2016 by Cathy Hamilton
Most of us think retirement will bring more opportunities to spend time with friends and family. And, that’s true. But, it doesn’t just magically happen without planning and a little…