The Elder Wisdom Circle Guide for a Meaningful Life
Seniors Across America Offer Advice to the Next Generations
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Publisher Description
Life Lessons For Any Age
Embodying the adage “age is wisdom,” the Elder Wisdom Circle is a group of volunteer senior citizens nationwide who offer sage advice for life's big and small moments. Insightful, surprising, and inspirational, their guidance will put you on a path to a more purposeful and fulfilling life at any age. Learn from them as they answer questions such as:
• How do I know my fiancé is “The One”?
• How can I improve my relationship with my stepchild?
• When should I talk to my child about sex?
• How do I make time for spirituality in my overloaded schedule?
• Should I accept a secure job if it isn't my passion?
• How do I maintain a positive attitude as I grow older and face new obstacles?
• How do I tell my partner I'd like to spice up our sex life?
No topic is off-limits for these Elders as they prove that the best advice comes from life experience.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Inspired by his grandmother, Meckelson, a former worker in the financial services industry, founded the Elder Wisdom Circle in 2001. Now nationwide, this group comprises volunteers aged 60 100 who endeavor to provide assistance to younger people who ask questions through a Web site. Meckelson and L.A. Times staff writer Haithman have divided representative correspondence into such subjects as careers, sibling issues and death. Many engaging and thoughtful questions and responses are recounted. Although one respondent recommends trusting in God, the circle members are by no means all believers and are required to refrain from proselytizing. The elders are not afraid to discuss nontraditional family structures and also humanely and appropriately deal with inquiries about sexuality. Anyone looking for empathy and practical strategies for overcoming difficulties from those who have been there will profit from this light-hearted guide and be inspired to visit the Web site, elderwisdomcircle.org.
