Inspiration

Enjoy Every Sandwich Teaches Gratitude for Life

February 3, 2012
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When Dr. Lee Lipsenthal was diagnosed with esophageal cancer in July 2009, he decided to write his thoughts about healing the fear of death. In his touching book, Enjoy Every Sandwich: Living Each Day As If It Were Your Last, Lipsenthal shared his journey of transcending his fear. His hope was that it would “open [...]

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Grandma Garbas Didn’t Fit the Mold

January 26, 2012
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When I hear the word grandma, I don’t picture a rosy-cheeked, sweet, little, white-haired lady. My mind conjures a devilish grin and hands wrapped around a glass of rye.

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Caroling on Christmas Day Spreads Joy

December 27, 2011
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On Christmas morning, I sang Christmas carols to hospitalized veterans at a Veterans Administration Hospital. The experience was incredibly uplifting and exhilarating.

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Learning to Live in the Moment: Why Not Do It Now?

November 3, 2011
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Karl Pillemer interviewed older adults for the Legacy Project. The elders said to learn how to live in the moment rather than focusing only on our plans and ambitions.

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The Parents Guide to Raising CEO Kids

October 28, 2011
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How do you raise a young entrepreneur? The same way you’d raise any child—by helping her develop the skills to become a happy, successful, and well-adjusted adult.

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Capturing Memories Without a Camera

October 19, 2011
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We are always equipped to capture precious “Kodak moments” with our cameras, cell phones, and camcorders. But some moments are best captured with our eyes and hearts.

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Dinner Ritual Born of 9/11

September 13, 2011
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On the day after 9/11, my husband and I started a ritual we’ve continued to this day. When we sit down to dinner, we light a candle and say something we’re grateful for that day.

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