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Aging With Meaning: Why Staying Busy Isn’t Enough

Aging With Meaning: Why Staying Busy Isn’t Enough

by Funke Akoni | Oct 10, 2025 | Inspiration, Retirement

After retirement, many of us find ourselves feeling a little lost. During our working years, there was always a clear path to follow—deadlines, schedules, responsibilities, and goals. But once we step away from that world, the structure disappears. The signposts we...
Break Free from the Myth of Ember Months and End the Year Strong

Break Free from the Myth of Ember Months and End the Year Strong

by Funke Akoni | Sep 5, 2025 | Inspiration, Tips

This piece is culled from an article by Praise Fowowe Welcome to September, which is the season in Africa that many whisper about with trembling lips, the so-called “Ember months”.  From Lagos to Lusaka, from Accra to Addis, you’ll hear mothers caution their...
Little, Little Things To Fill Your Free Time In Retirement (Part 2)

Little, Little Things To Fill Your Free Time In Retirement (Part 2)

by Funke Akoni | Aug 15, 2025 | Inspiration, Retirement, Tips

Retirement is not the end of the road—it’s the beginning of a brand-new chapter. It’s your chance to explore passions you’ve set aside, learn new skills, and enjoy life at your own pace.  In this second part of our series, we’ll look at simple yet fulfilling...
Little, Little Things To Fill Your Free Time In Retirement (Part 1)

Little, Little Things To Fill Your Free Time In Retirement (Part 1)

by Funke Akoni | Aug 8, 2025 | Inspiration, Retirement

Now that you’re retired, it’s the perfect time to start enjoying life in new and meaningful ways. If you’re wondering what to do with all the extra free time you now have, you’re not alone.  The good news is that retirement can be a joyful and...
Why Giving Others the Benefit of the Doubt Can Transform Your Relationships

Why Giving Others the Benefit of the Doubt Can Transform Your Relationships

by Funke Akoni | Aug 1, 2025 | Inspiration, Tips

Each of us is a unique individual, shaped by our thoughts, experiences, and perspectives. We live in our own minds, interpreting the world through a personal lens—and yet, in many ways, we are all more alike than we may realize.  Because we cannot read other...
Overcoming Instant Gratification: How to Stay Focused in a Distracted World

Overcoming Instant Gratification: How to Stay Focused in a Distracted World

by Funke Akoni | Jul 25, 2025 | Inspiration, Tips

If we want to enjoy a happy and fulfilled life—especially in our golden years—we must learn the value of slowing down. Many of us are so used to wanting things done right now that we’ve developed a habit known as instant gratification. While it may seem harmless on...
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