Defining life stages is a modern phenomenon. “Adolescence” was introduced to the world in 1904 by psychologist G. Stanley Hall. His published works helped society realize that our teens are in a transitional life stage between childhood and adulthood. Before that, you hit puberty, and you were suddenly an adult.

The great 20th century Jewish philosopher Martin Buber is best known for his thesis on “human existence as encounter” known as “I and Thou.” Buber suggests that there are two primary types of encounter: I-It or I-Thou. These modes of consciousness, interaction and being can take place between people, inanimate objects and all reality in general.

I had the great honor of working with a group of whip-smart Millennials during the last decade. One of the key things that was extraordinary about this team is that they could learn anything fast – any topic, any industry – in about 12 weeks.

In 2019, 57% of Americans in their early 60s were still working. This number was just 46% in 2000. Improved health and shifting industry patterns—more jobs in offices, fewer in factories—played a significant role.

I'm so honored to be included in LinkedIn's question that they asked a few thought leaders: "What’s your best advice for people who are job seeking or making a career transition this year?"

I’m a “wisdom rebounder.” I hang around wise people and soak in their turns of phrase. Someone like MEA co-founder Jeff Hamaoui.

Is Father Time the bully that sneaks up on you or the fairy that grants you wishes? Your answer to that question will determine how long you live, not to mention the quality of your life.

It’s been said, “Santa Fe may wear the mantle of great age, but because she welcomes the new and exciting, she never grows old.”

Surfing in Baja is a highly encouraged MEA rite of passage. You get up, you fall down. You get up, you fall down. You get up, you fall down. The metaphor is profound. Midlife and beyond, modern elders are learning to crawl again as we strive to stand on our boards.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years? Don’t think, just answer. It’s difficult to come up with something other than “about the same as I am now”.