by Adefunke Akoni | Jan 6, 2023 | Inspiration
Many times after people retire there’s an unspoken code that life has gone past them and their chances at achieving their dreams are slim or even non-existent. But is this really true? Just because someone is retired does not mean that they have missed their...
by Adefunke Akoni | Oct 21, 2022 | Inspiration
As we begin our journey to aging gracefully, we all dream of being good role models to the younger generation. But oftentimes, we allow our perceptions of what other people feel or think about us to prevent us from becoming the person we want to be and achieving our...
by Adefunke Akoni | Jul 29, 2022 | General, Inspiration
You are not too old for anything – even if you think otherwise due to societal norms and expectations. Did you watch the opening ceremony of the 2022 commonwealth games in Birmingham? If you did, you might have noticed the many senior citizens from different...
by Adefunke Akoni | Jul 15, 2022 | General, Inspiration, Tips
One of the blessings that come with becoming a senior citizen is the joy of being a grandparent. There are very few things that compare to that feeling of holding the child of your offspring in your arms. However, as joyous and beautiful as the birth of your...
by Adefunke Akoni | Jul 1, 2022 | Inspiration, Tips
Loneliness is a state of being that can creep up on anyone at any time. The unfortunate truth is that as we age, loneliness becomes a more common problem. But like anything else, loneliness can be managed and even overcome. If you’re feeling lonely now that you’re in...
by Adefunke Akoni | May 20, 2022 | Inspiration, Retirement, Tips
A lot of people look forward to retirement as a time to be free from stress and focus more on the things they enjoy. This is the major reason the reality that they could still suffer from stress, anxiety, and some form of depression after retirement, comes as a rude...