New Seniors Can Do Much to Help America
Having reached the age of 65 carries no promises with it.
This simply means you lived long enough to learn a few things along the way and had the good fortune of not dying.
The real achievement will come when you put the experience and beliefs gained over the years to work for someone else.
New Seniors have much to offer trailing generations as we continue to travel the road of this great adventure called life.
If ever there was a time for truth and wisdom in America it is now.
That's why if you're 65+ you must be willing to give back to the country that was so good to you through a commitment to service.
However, there seems to be a resistance to making waves or getting involved in unfamiliar areas at this phase of our lives.
Sure, New Seniors continue to serve on church boards, participate in the activities of service organizations or engage in some other ongoing volunteer work.
But, you may say, "It's only natural after 65 to resist tackling something new.
" New Seniors who are making a difference in their communities are finding this kind of thinking to be far from reality.
After all, you're 65, you're retired (or soon will be) and you're capable of doing just about anything you put your mind to.
So ask yourself, "What am I going to do with the remaining third of my life?" You have lots of experience, lots of energy and plenty of time that could be devoted to worthwhile ventures.
How much golf can you play, how many books can you read, how many trips can you take and how much television can you watch before getting bored and asking the question, "Is there a meaning and purpose in life after 65?" More than any time in your life, this is when you can dream about what you'd like to do and then go do it without restrictions.
And the beauty of service work is you are helping others rather than focusing on yourself.
The sense of accomplishment expands when you help another person, and it may well be the incentive to cause that individual to help some one else.
And the chain gets longer and stronger.
If you're 65+ think about what you learned from parents, teachers, coaches, clergymen, bosses and other leaders - those things that were so freely given to you.
Then consider where and how you can apply this knowledge to make life better at home, in the community and across the country.
All that remains is for you to take the appropriate next steps.
These kinds of commitments are what constitute the New Seniors movement.
It's not an organized effort, rather it is made up of people like you and me trying to do the right thing and make a difference in the lives of others.
If you're already doing your part, tell us about your activities.
If you haven't started, investigate the possibilities and don't be afraid to jump in.
You'll find lots of other New Seniors ready to help you be of service.
This simply means you lived long enough to learn a few things along the way and had the good fortune of not dying.
The real achievement will come when you put the experience and beliefs gained over the years to work for someone else.
New Seniors have much to offer trailing generations as we continue to travel the road of this great adventure called life.
If ever there was a time for truth and wisdom in America it is now.
That's why if you're 65+ you must be willing to give back to the country that was so good to you through a commitment to service.
However, there seems to be a resistance to making waves or getting involved in unfamiliar areas at this phase of our lives.
Sure, New Seniors continue to serve on church boards, participate in the activities of service organizations or engage in some other ongoing volunteer work.
But, you may say, "It's only natural after 65 to resist tackling something new.
" New Seniors who are making a difference in their communities are finding this kind of thinking to be far from reality.
After all, you're 65, you're retired (or soon will be) and you're capable of doing just about anything you put your mind to.
So ask yourself, "What am I going to do with the remaining third of my life?" You have lots of experience, lots of energy and plenty of time that could be devoted to worthwhile ventures.
How much golf can you play, how many books can you read, how many trips can you take and how much television can you watch before getting bored and asking the question, "Is there a meaning and purpose in life after 65?" More than any time in your life, this is when you can dream about what you'd like to do and then go do it without restrictions.
And the beauty of service work is you are helping others rather than focusing on yourself.
The sense of accomplishment expands when you help another person, and it may well be the incentive to cause that individual to help some one else.
And the chain gets longer and stronger.
If you're 65+ think about what you learned from parents, teachers, coaches, clergymen, bosses and other leaders - those things that were so freely given to you.
Then consider where and how you can apply this knowledge to make life better at home, in the community and across the country.
All that remains is for you to take the appropriate next steps.
These kinds of commitments are what constitute the New Seniors movement.
It's not an organized effort, rather it is made up of people like you and me trying to do the right thing and make a difference in the lives of others.
If you're already doing your part, tell us about your activities.
If you haven't started, investigate the possibilities and don't be afraid to jump in.
You'll find lots of other New Seniors ready to help you be of service.
