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From the November 6, 2019 issue of Further Last spring my Instagram was awash in photos of friends romping in the “super bloom” of fire poppies, a species that depends on flame to germinate. It’s a nice metaphor for resiliency, one that comforted me when wildfires recently surrounded my home in Los Angeles. Just like …
From the October 30, 2019 issue of Further Ever since my youngest started college, I’ve gotten used to being asked, “Enjoying the empty nest?” In my opinion, that’s one of life’s most annoying questions. Feelings of loneliness, sadness, and grief are normal for “Empty Nest Syndrome” (according to the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental …
From the October 24, 2019 issue of Further Back in 1971, philosopher, theologian and civil rights leader Howard Thurman wrote in his book, The Search for Common Ground: There is a spirit in man and in the world working always against the thing that destroys and lays waste. Always he must know that the contradictions …
From the October 17, 2019 issue of Further It’s a bit odd to think of Gen X as narcissistic. After all, generation-defining terms like “slackers” and “grunge” don’t exactly spell rampant egoism. But new research that followed a group of students from their freshman year in 1992 over a 23-year period shows that as young …
From the October 11, 2019 issue of Further Learning something new is a big deal. On one hand, it expands your repertoire and improves your cognitive function. On the other, especially if it’s a major undertaking — like learning to play an instrument or becoming a gourmet chef — it can be overwhelming. I’m feeling …
From the October 3, 2019 issue of Further It’s not like you need to be told that music is powerfully healing and emotionally satisfying. I know when I’m down, cranking up the tunes yields an instant mood and attitude adjustment. That’s probably why I’m a sucker for Spotify’s “listen like you used to” campaign, which …
From the September 26, 2019 issue of Further If I had to pick a motto for midlife, it would be things change. You don’t have to be a Greek scholar like Heraclitus to know it’s the only constant in life. In our 40s and 50s, change crescendos. Family structures evolve as loved ones move on …
From the September 19, 2019 issue of Further I’ve got great news for you: it’s time to stop worrying about your longevity. Research shows we’re living significantly longer — heading toward triple digits — and that’s a trend that shows no signs of slowing. Instead, focus on your healthspan. While age is just a number …
From the September 12, 2019 issue of Further I just heard the funniest news about my cousin, a registered dietician who’s made a career helping people overcome life-threatening health issues. She’s now a certified Laughter Yoga Leader. So much for goat yoga. Seriously though, my cousin’s new vocation makes sense. I know I use humor …
From the September 5, 2019 issue of Further Fifty years ago, Simon & Garfunkel wrote an anthem that is as relevant today as it was back in the Summer of Love: 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin’ Groovy). The opening lyrics are a signifier of our relentless, 24/7 digitally driven culture: Slow down, you move too …
From the August 28, 2019 issue of Further I took up mediation at 50 in anticipation of two of life’s biggest challenges: my kids leaving the nest and my parents’ age-related decline. The idea was to make the midlife passage as gentle and merciful as possible. Imagine my surprise, then, when on a meditation retreat …
From the August 28, 2019 issue of Further If there were ever a time for existential questioning, midlife is it. You’re old enough to confront the fact that there are roads you’ll never take, but young enough to still have miles to go, both professionally and personally. While most of us wouldn’t label this a …