I started this blog to help people just like me. People in their 50s, 60s and beyond, who likely made some mistakes in the first half of their lives, but who want to right their wrongs and succeed wildly in the second half.
This blog won’t be for everyone. Trust me. At times, I can be rather “focused,” but I won’t bite. Honest. You just have to trust me on that until you start reading my stuff.
Research and writing are two things I really enjoy, so I’m really good at finding answers when necessary. If you stick around, here is a snapshot of what you will hear from me:
60 Firsts Challenge
How to overcome your fear of failure through systematic action. Follow my real-time journey as I tackle 60 new challenges to prove it’s never too late to try something for the first time. Today is Day 1 of this documented experiment in purposeful living.
This challenge will push me beyond my fear of failure (this has always been a major hurdle in my life) by forcing myself to do new things.
Will I fail? Probably. Will I finish? That’s what we’re here to find out together.
Linear Execution Method
I’ve developed a systematic approach to actually finishing projects (instead of just starting them). No more endless to-do lists or abandoned dreams.
One project at a time, executed to completion, then move to the next. It’s simple but revolutionary for chronic project-starters like me.
Research-Driven Approach
Everything I share is backed by real research.
Did you know people with a strong sense of purpose are 2.4 times less likely to develop Alzheimer’s? (Source: JAMA Psychiatry, 2010 – Rush University Medical Center’s Memory and Aging Project.)
That’s not just motivation ā that’s science. I dig into the studies so you get strategies that actually work.
Financial Freedom Over 60
In the first three decades of my marriage, I managed to go $150,000 in debt in addition to my house. Thankfully, my first wife is still my only wife and we are on our way out of that dark hole. It’s not hopeless and I have a plan for becoming financially free.
Film and Video
I don’t have visions of producing the next Star Wars series, but I do love video. If you love it too, you might learn something new by hanging around for a while.
Fit Over 60
I’m the same size I was in high school ā 5’9ā³ tall and 160 pounds ā and I can still outwork most people half my age. Hey, it’s not bragging if it’s true š
My “secret” is really no secret at all. Eat right and move every day. That’s it. I haven’t talked much about this for years, but it’s time to start.
Fun
I love to have fun, although I ignored that for years. It’s high time we all made this a priority by setting aside time every day for fun.
That’s a lot of F’s, huh? It just seemed to work out that way. Most people who don’t know me might think I am pretty serious. While I do like to focus, I can also be fatuous (you know, silly).
Most of all . . . I’m Here to Help YOU!
If I did it and screwed it up (which happens a lot), I also likely figured out how to fix it (did I mention I’m pretty good at fixing stuff?).
Success comes to those who are willing to fail . . . a lot. Hopefully, you can learn from my mistakes and we can enjoy watching each other succeed in the second half of life.
You will also learn from my successes, and have a shot at avoiding the same boo boos, boners and blunders I made.
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When you ask a question, I can answer directly to you, but I can also answer through my blog or a video to help a lot more people (unless you say otherwise). That’s the beautiful thing about building a community. Everyone benefits.
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For those who want to get a little more personal . . .
I grew up in a small town in Central Oregon where everyone knew everyone and looked out for each other. Today, I live in Boring, Oregon (yes, that’s a real town), with my wife of 35 years and our little cockapoo dog.
After 36 years in the same job, I’m documenting my journey to freedom ā and you’re invited along for the ride.