One way of cultivating wisdom, health and longevity as we age is by becoming more aware and in tune with our breathing bodies. As we age our blood-oxygen concentrations decrease,

November 29, 2019

Our uniquely American tradition is derided by many today, but the spirit of this day is dedicated to gratitude. And, I know no Modern Elder role model who exemplifies gratitude

November 28, 2019

“To know how to grow old is the master work of wisdom and one of the most difficult chapters in the great art of living.”Swiss philosopher Henri Frederic Amiel “To

November 27, 2019

highlights a few of the reasons I started this crazy journey (complete with Baja birds in the background) and here are the five lessons we learned from our first year.

November 26, 2019

Then, I watched this TED video and came to realize that we take ourselves way too seriously as adults. The fastest way to metabolize something new—whether it’s learning a language,

November 25, 2019

Let’s call it WWW: Wielding Wisdom Well—a new way to stay connected and share knowledge. The algorithm for Wielding Wisdom Well (WWW) will be simple: bring your curiosity and experience,

November 24, 2019

As many of you know, I found out I had intermediate-stage prostate cancer last September, the day after I launched my book tour in New York. The good news is

November 23, 2019

What does this have to do with you and me? Well, not coincidentally, it’s the same challenge that we face as we get older. We must choose when we want

November 22, 2019

For a New BeginningIn out-of-the-way places of the heart,Where your thoughts never think to wander,This beginning has been quietly forming,Waiting until you were ready to emerge.For a long time it

November 21, 2019

I wanted to enter my seventh decade with grace, awareness, service and authenticity. As such, I looked to the stories in ancient goddess teachings and became intrigued with the term

November 20, 2019

Parque del AlmaWe’ve preserved a half-acre beachfront sand dune as an environmental interpretive center and silent contemplation park. Of course, you may not want to close your eyes to meditate.

November 19, 2019

What verbs haven’t you earned? What are the things you’re talking about doing, but not doing? Just writing this compels me to jump in the car with my board. It’s

November 18, 2019