My elders teach me that wisdom comes with age.

As I grow older, I become wiser and learn to love and accept myself. I have the perspective of my whole life behind me. I walk with dignity and grace, and aging allows me a certain amount of wisdom to see the beauty in life. Even when times are...

Getting older is part of growing.

I value the importance and the years it takes to mature. I am thankful for the process of learning and maturing. I draw on my experience and take action to live well in the present moment. I seek occasions to step beyond my comfort zone to learn...
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8 Secrets of Great Public Speaking

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Local events happening in townThere is a boat show happening this week at the convention center with vendors selling boats, motors, and accessories. One man built a motorized picnic bench boat to take out on the lake. Excitement about upcoming...

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My elders teach me that wisdom comes with age.

My elders teach me that wisdom comes with age.

As I grow older, I become wiser and learn to love and accept myself. I have the perspective of my whole life behind me. I walk with dignity and grace, and aging allows me a certain amount of wisdom to see the beauty in life. Even when times are challenging, I can see...

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Getting older is part of growing.

Getting older is part of growing.

I value the importance and the years it takes to mature. I am thankful for the process of learning and maturing. I draw on my experience and take action to live well in the present moment. I seek occasions to step beyond my comfort zone to learn daily lessons. The...

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How to Act Like Yourself in a World Where It’s Difficult

How to Act Like Yourself in a World Where It’s Difficult

We all know what it's like to feel like an outsider. Maybe you don't quite fit in with the clique in school or feel uncomfortable at work because you don't act the way everyone else does. It's tough to be yourself when it seems like everyone around you is trying to be...

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8 Secrets of Great Public Speaking

8 Secrets of Great Public Speaking

Are you terrified of public speaking?  You're not alone.  You can learn to speak publicly with ease, but several secrets will take your public speaking game to the next level. Confidence, preparation, and understanding of your audience determine how good your speech...

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I recognize that everyone gets older.

I recognize that everyone gets older.

Regardless of the money or possessions accumulated, the aging process continues for us all. Whether someone appears old or young, they still experience aging. I prefer to practice awareness which helps me accept the reality that aging happens to us all: the young and...

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Overcoming

Overcoming

https://youtu.be/GdGEAEQ_xzY?si=k1uzUgdjGrDhNBa6 Introducing Olivr Connect. Motivate. Inspire. Fuel your Passion. One of the key ways that Jack Ma overcame failure was by being resilient and persistent. Despite facing rejection from venture capitalists and being...

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In Remembrance Happy Birthday Emma Jean

Emma Jean DowningEducation was always important to Emma, so she furthered her studies by matriculating at Polk Community College earning an Associate of Arts degree, University of South Florida earning a Bachelor of Science degree and Nova Southeastern University...

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Enslaved Black inventors reshaped the world

Enslaved Black inventors reshaped the world

Enslaved inventors were individuals who were forced into servitude and denied the opportunity to fully realize their potential as inventors. Throughout history, there have been numerous examples of enslaved individuals who have made significant contributions to...

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Always be a first-rate version of yourself

Always be a first-rate version of yourself

Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else.~Judy Garland This  encourages a focus on achieving a clear sense of your own identity. It is an important part of mental toughness in that you create real clarity for...

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