Thegenaboveme
Observations and insights about the aging process. I spent decades helping young adults as a college writing teacher / advisor. Watching my parents deal with age-related changes has motivated me to focus instead on human growth and development for people 50+. I see active aging as part science, part performance art.
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The Generation Above Me
http://thegenerationaboveme.blogspot.com/
Observations about the challenges and opportunities of aging. Everyone is aging. But by midlife, most become very aware of their parents' age-related needs and start managing their own aging issues. Blog entries focus on improving the art of active aging by offering information and insights about health, fitness, finances, relationships and more.
LATEST ARTICLES ( 463 )
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Books on the Art of Diagnosis
Doctors rely on a variety of academic disciplines to practice the art of medicine. Yes, they draw a great deal on the hard sciences. Read more
Posted on 28 January 2015 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
2014 Report on Aging in 2050
Photo by Sam Howzit. Granted, projections are just educated guesses, but I find them interesting. Government programs are particularly interested in the future... Read more
Posted on 21 January 2015 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Stroke Survivors: Celebrity Boomers
Detail of Bergen from a photo by Alan Light. Strokes can happen to people at any age, but they are more common among people as they get older. The Baby Boomers... Read more
Posted on 15 January 2015 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Know the Signs of Stroke
Photo by Trying2. Stroke is the 5th leading cause of death in the United States, and it's a significant cause of disability for those who survive. For more... Read more
Posted on 13 January 2015 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Causes of Death in the US for Those 55-64
Photo by Steven Feather. Over the last 100 years, Americans have increased their life expectancy significantly. Some of the credit for this is due to... Read more
Posted on 09 January 2015 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
The Old Alchemist: An Elder Tale
Photo of an alchemist's workshop by Curious Expeditions. I love a good fairy tale. I was reminded of their depth and complexity when my children were small,... Read more
Posted on 07 January 2015 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
2014 Films with Aging Themes
Photo by Fernando Standkuns. 2014 is "in the can." Looking back, here are several films released in 2014 that had strong themes about aging or featured mature... Read more
Posted on 06 January 2015 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Advanced Style: Film Review
Released May 9, 2014. I've been reading Ari Seth Cohen's blog Advanced Style for the last three years. I was delighted when friends gave me his coffee table boo... Read more
Posted on 05 January 2015 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Still Here: Book Review
Published June 1, 2000. When I was in my early 40s, I hit the wall after being very achievement oriented. I started practicing yoga and reading zen Buddhist... Read more
Posted on 04 January 2015 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Diverticulosis & Diverticulitis
Photo by kevinv033. Until I turned 50, I had never heard the following words: diverticula diverticulosis diverticulitis Now I have have friends and family... Read more
Posted on 03 January 2015 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Beginners: Film Review
Released in the US 3 June 2011 Beginners (2010) is a quirky family dramedy, starring Ewan McGregor, who plays Oliver Fields, a 38-year-old graphic artist... Read more
Posted on 02 January 2015 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Happy 3rd Blogoversary to TGAM
Photo by Martin Fisch. Today marks three years since the launch of this blog, The Generation Above Me. Here are a few posts of interest: Why This Blog? Happy 1s... Read more
Posted on 01 January 2015 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Christmas Films Now & Then
Movie Still from It's a Wonderful Life by S_Herman. My kids' definition of "Classic Christmas Movie" and mine differ quite a bit. If you want an exhaustive... Read more
Posted on 24 December 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
2014 Top Ten Posts
Photo by Caroline. As the year draws to a close, I'm taking the time to review the Top 10 posts for 2014. I've done this for previous years, as well: 2013 Top... Read more
Posted on 22 December 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Death In Slow Motion: Book Review
Published February 3, 2004 Eleanor Cooney admired her mother Mary Durant for being cool, stylish, intelligent and sophisticated. Read more
Posted on 17 December 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Win $100 for a Local Charity
This post is sponsored by Medtronic. What do many people do when they receive the gift of prolonged life? They use that extra time to help others. That concept... Read more
Posted on 16 December 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Sleep-inducing Foods
Photo by nonelvis. Just as some foods and drinks can cause insomnia, others can help induce sleep. My own experience tells me that oatmeal over warm milk and... Read more
Posted on 13 December 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Scar Tissue: Book Review
Published January 1, 1993 In 1993 Canadian author and politician Michael Ignatieff published a novel about a family's response to early onset dementia. Scar... Read more
Posted on 11 December 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Wrinkles: Film Review
Released 2012 Wrinkles (2012) is an 89 minute animated film focuses on the friendship that develops between Emilio and Miguel, roommates residing in the same... Read more
Posted on 05 December 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH -
Tales of a Geriatrician: Book Review
1st Edition Published 30 November 2012. 2nd Edition Published 12 September 2014. I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for a fair and honest... Read more
Posted on 03 December 2014 COMMUNITY, FAMILY, LIFE COACH