New Year’s Resolutions

Readers are using the advice from the elders to “think different.”

• You’re deepening and widening your emotional circle. You’re making new friends and adding some younger friends. And you’re not taking your family and friends as much for granted.

• You’re taking up new activities – sculling, rowing, dancing, music lessons.

• You’re mixing up your traditions and breaking down old patterns in order to make memories. e.g. Doing something completely different for your holiday.

• You’re taking risks – buying that boat and heading off for an extended cruise, quitting work, relocating, finding a new partner.

• You’re re-organizing your library while you still have the wherewithal.

• You’re rethinking retirement and planning to mix in some part-time consulting or deciding to re-train in a different field.

• You’re downsizing or you’re re-considering the suitability of your cottage as a retirement home.

• You’re getting rid of your stuff, and trying to convince your partner to do the same.

• You’re getting together with relatives to research your family tree while there’s still time.

• You’ve given the book to your partner and said, “After you’ve read it, let’s talk.”

• You’re reminding yourself about the importance of passion and the need for a challenging, creative interest. And you’re figuring out how to find it.