Chronicles of a Vintage Boomer PhD Student – Part 2: Knowing Yourself, the Why, and the Benefits
Welcome to Part 2 of a two-part blog series. At 64, I embarked on a PhD journey fueled by purpose: exploring minimalism as a sustainable lifestyle and inspiring future generations. It’s been a transformative experience, blending self-discovery, lifelong learning, and a commitment to making a difference.
What keeps me grounded? Knowing myself, staying rooted in my why, and embracing the benefits of chasing bold goals—no matter the odds.
To my fellow dreamers: What’s your why? Remember, it’s never too late to redefine what’s possible. Let’s make 2025 the year of possibilities! 🚀
Chronicles of a Vintage Boomer PhD Student – Part 1: Against the Odds
Welcome to Part 1 of a two-part blog series chronicling my journey as a Vintage Baby Boomer pursuing a PhD. In this post, I’ll share the motivations that sparked this bold adventure, the obstacles I’ve faced, the challenges I’ve navigated, and the early rewards that keep me moving forward.
As we close out 2024, my hope is to inspire you to embrace bold moves and defy the odds in your own life. Let’s make 2025 the year we reach new heights together.
The Greatest Gratitude Thanksgiving 2022
This morning, I did something that was a long-lost art of mine, making short-crust pastry sausage rolls! This event is significant because it reflects a major priority shift. I have not baked for more than 20 years. How does baking relate to gratitude and shifting priorities?
For thanksgiving 2022, I want to celebrate having found the most precious thing in life. Yes, it took me many years, multiple twists and turns, and manifold wanderings.
A Mindful Spiritual Reflection: Beyond an Exit Statement
In making a major decision, what activities or thinking processes do you go through? I just learned a framework during Tuesday’s class on spiritual reflection that I find most helpful in guiding major decision-making and identifying one’s life purpose. This post describes this practical exercise on expounding the law of Attraction-Connection-Complexity-Consciousness.
My Biggest Fear Yet
September 2021 is a big month for me. It marked a few transitions. I thought about the wins, losses, and lessons in the past 12 months with some musings. I also reflected on my biggest fear. Am I such a pessimist that keeps worrying about things? Is it okay to contemplate what may come? How is it helpful (or not) to review my biggest fear?
