Apr 2, 2024 | Changing The Narrative
My mom turned 83 in March, and I’m grateful for the comfortable life she lives. She’s overcome some major life blows, health scares, and unexpected changes, but despite all that, she knows she’s blessed. Blessed to be living in her private mother-in-law’s home...
Feb 21, 2024 | Internalized Ageism
Last November, I completed Changing the Narrative’s Ending Ageism training and became a program facilitator and speaker for the organization. Since then, I’ve facilitated discussions and led ageism workshops for corporations, community organizations, and religious...
Dec 18, 2023 | Intergenerational conversations, Language and Ageism
While many of us look forward to the merriment of the holidays, this time of the year can also be equal parts stressful. One contributing factor is spending time in a captive setting with family members, distant friends, or people you rarely see throughout the year. ...
Nov 7, 2023 | birthday cards
I turned 50 this year, and when I shared the milestone on my socials and in conversations, a few people told me how “brave” I was for being happy about it, and for openly sharing my age in public. At first, I was a bit puzzled by their comments. I thought, “Who...
Sep 13, 2023 | Age-Friendly Workplaces
This November will be one year since I went on my self-prescribed sabbatical. While this year has blessed me with more than I could have imagined, I’ve decided it’s time to rejoin the workforce. Don’t get me wrong, I love the flexibility of contract work, but I miss...
