Aging Archives

A young adult looking angry and dismissive typing on a computer that has a YouTube comment section on the screen.

What should you do instead? – 7 Takeaways No. 231

We only think we remember. The struggle is important. Incentives to anger. Reliably connecting with your audience. Reminders of important lessons. Everyone’s in pain. Responding to offense.

Focus on 24 Hours – 7 Takeaways No. 226

Lighten up. Personal entitlement. One day at a time. Genius ≠ asshole. Boredom vs. change. Lasting 6 minutes. You might be wrong.

A medieval scribe at a table carefully writing a book.

Writing That’s Thoughtfully Crafted – 7 Takeaways No. 225

Too old? Find joy. Artisanal writing. Increased expectations. Your responsibility. Judging others. Making good new things.

A treasure chest half-buried in golden sand on a tropical beach.

Repositories of Buried Treasure – 7 Takeaways No. 224

Say hello. Small steps. Truth vs. Convenience. Creativity as antidote. Not all stories are true. Lean into aging. Am I enough?

A crowded movie theater shown in dim lighting, with intricate wood-carved details of the audience leaning forward in their seats, screaming, and pointing at the screen. The screen displays a silhouetted character walking into a dark room.

Your Audience Would Be Screaming – 7 Takeaways No. 212

Quiet contribution. Asking for help. Show up. Everyone’s faking it. Zoom out. Service. Success.

Taking Care of One Another – 7 Takeaways No. 195

Deliberate listening. Cynicism v. hopefulness; fight! Hard things are hard. Taking care of each other. Lessons at level 90. Neotoddlers – an appropriate new word. Read more than the headline, OK?

A young girl dancing on a giant Dorito. The girl is joyful, mid-dance, with her arms raised and a big smile. The Dorito is floating in a whimsical, colorful background with a light, playful atmosphere. The girl's outfit is bright and fun, with flowing fabric that moves as she dances. The scene is vibrant and energetic, capturing the fun and spontaneity of the moment.

A Digital Dorito – 7 Takeaways No. 185

Warning labels. Why so serious? Is there a point? Social media as junk food. (Dis)trusting your memory. Regrets, I’ve had a few. Annoying change.

An older lady sitting in a plush rocking chair looking through a photo album on her lap. The scene is cozy with warm lighting, and there are a few framed photos and a small table with a cup of tea beside her. She has a gentle smile on her face, wearing glasses, and the room has a homely feel with a bookshelf and a soft rug.

Catching Falling Memories – 7 Takeaways No. 182

Limitations often shouldn’t. Doing bold things. Memories. Self-knowledge increases over time. Interest and debt. Intellectual obesity. The only way to change a mind.

A grumpy-looking corgi sitting on a couch. The corgi has a displeased expression with narrowed eyes and a frown. The couch is in a cozy living room setting, with cushions and a coffee table nearby. The background includes a window showing a sunny day outside. The corgi's fur is fluffy and detailed, with shades of tan and white.

Grumpy and Stingy and Hard to Please – 7 Takeaways No. 181

The internet is doomed? Flexibility leads to enjoyment. Relationships matter. Your attitude matters. Your inner gremlin. Stuff happens. Looking for wisdom.

Silhouette of a couple, presumably naked, against a sunset.

Everybody Used to Be Naked – 7 Takeaways No. 180

Are we doomed in mediocrity? Impermanence is permanent. Science vs. opinions. Your next chapter. Sharing your worldview. I hate networking. Naked and afraid.