Whoever said "Sticks and stones can break my bones, but words can never hurt me" failed to consider how simple words can harm us. According to the American Psychological Association, Ageism is so ingrained in our culture that we often don't even notice that ageism hurts people's physical and mental … [Read More...]
Join Me in Challenging Ageism!
artwork by www.jimfreeheart.com Over the years, I've had the privilege of making numerous friends, personally and professionally. My friends come from diverse backgrounds and possess an array of talents and skills. Some have achieved remarkable success. Others are still on their journey toward … [Read More...]
From Solitude to Solidarity: Rethinking Social Connectivity
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation's observance of Older Americans Month (OAM). The 2024 theme, "Powered by Connection," is being used to draw attention to the profound impact of meaningful relationships and social connections on our health and well-being. … [Read More...]
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From Solitude to Solidarity: Rethinking Social Connectivity
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation's observance of Older Americans Month (OAM). The 2024 theme, "Powered by Connection," is being used to draw attention to the profound impact of meaningful relationships … [Read More...]
Join Me in Challenging Ageism!
artwork by www.jimfreeheart.com Over the years, I've had the privilege of making numerous friends, personally and professionally. My friends come from diverse backgrounds and possess an array of talents and skills. Some have achieved remarkable … [Read More...]
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From Solitude to Solidarity: Rethinking Social Connectivity
Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation's observance of Older Americans Month (OAM). The 2024 theme, "Powered by Connection," is being used to draw attention to the profound impact of meaningful relationships and social connections on our health and well-being. … [Read More...]
Join Me in Challenging Ageism!
artwork by www.jimfreeheart.com Over the years, I've had the privilege of making numerous friends, personally and professionally. My friends come from diverse backgrounds and possess an array of talents and skills. Some have achieved remarkable success. Others are still on their journey toward … [Read More...]
Coronavirus: Forcing Us to Rethink Things We Normally Take for Granted
Covid19 Pandemic Social Isolation, Social Distancing How Will You Cope? Limiting our options in a time of pandemic, while necessary and unpleasant will eventually pass. However, what about the millions of individuals for which social isolation and loneliness are an everyday occurrence? How do they … [Read More...]
People Over 40 Denied Free Samples in Social Experiment
The number of people 65 and older in the U.S. is expected to increase from 55 million in 2020; to some 70 million by 2030. Yet according to a 2015 New York Times editorial, “Older people are likely to be seen as a burden and a drain on resources, rather than as a resource in themselves.” If … [Read More...]
Millennials Show Us What “Old” Looks Like
Age is a relative term. To a 5-year-old, 12 may seem old. To a 12-year-old, 20, and so forth and so on. It seems like the older we get, the older we think “old” is. But do our perceptions of how we see old people ever change? The video above might surprise you. Here's a transcript of their … [Read More...]
Ageism: The Last Acceptable Prejudice in America | Real Time with Bill Maher
Bill Maher is known for his brash, insightful commentary on topical, timely, and sometimes controversial events. Whatever you may think of his politics he certainly makes you think. While Maher’s insights on age discrimination were aired around the time of the previous Presidential electoral … [Read More...]
Carlin on Getting Old
So many of us are in denial about aging perhaps we should do away with the term “old.” What might we call ourselves in a society hooked on staying young? This fellow has an opinion. If you like what he has to say, pass it on. Here's a transcript of this comedy bit: And we have no more old people … [Read More...]
58 Years Apart – A Girl and a Woman Talk About Life
When society ignores people based simply upon their age, we all miss out. This video speaks volumes about values, sensitivity, innocence, and the wisdom of women of a certain age can share with one another. Read on for a transcript of this touching conversation. Lucia: I'll sit here. Gloria: … [Read More...]
