Teacher and geographer Jamie at Jamie Ad Stories kicks off year three of the Climate Change Collective with a post on his concerns about the adequacy of climate education in schools. Jamie’s post reminded me that teaching kids about climate change and sustainable living is a responsibility we all share.
The Sunday Spark – Optimistic October is here
If you’re a glass-half-empty person, Optimistic October might be just what you need. Learn more in this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark. This week’s edition also looks at the U.K.’s shift away from coal, Canadian seniors taking climate action, fracture concerns for older adults, and cleaning up our email inboxes.
Decluttering challenge – Week 35 – Email cleanup
When we think of clutter, it’s easy to focus only on what we can see. But there’s a different kind of clutter that can be just as distracting as visible clutter. This month, we turn our attention in the 52-Week Decluttering Challenge to digital clutter, starting this week with an email cleanup.
September 2024 roundup – Great reads and goals update
Welcome to October, my favourite month of the year! In addition to my goals update, my September 2024 roundup has insightful posts on fast fashion, the value of work, decisions and values that shape our lives, and inspiring sustainable behaviour in our kids.
The Sunday Spark – We all need a little nudge sometimes
Are you procrastinating over something? What’s holding you back? You might just need a little nudge. That’s what I got this week when I attended the Retirement Coaches Association conference.
In addition to overcoming procrastination, this week’s edition of The Sunday Spark discusses greenwashing ads, clean energy innovation, and decluttering outdoor toys.
Decluttering challenge – Week 34 – Outdoor toys and kids’ playhouse
Are there places inside or outside your home that you haven’t ventured into in years? In week 34 of the 52-Week Decluttering Challenge, we’re tackling one of those areas. It’s time for the long-overdue task of decluttering outdoor toys in our kids’ playhouse.
International Age Diversity Day – Is your workplace age friendly?
Last week, I gave a presentation on age-friendly workplaces at the ISCEBS Employee Benefits Symposium in Nashville. To celebrate International Age Diversity Day, this post summarizes highlights of the presentation, including strategies to make your workplace age friendly.
The Sunday Spark – The power of professional networking
I’m home from Nashville feeling energized, yet exhausted, after several days of learning and networking.
This week’s edition of The Sunday Spark includes a reflection on the terrific experiences I’ve had volunteering with my professional association, highlights from the conference keynote, and tips for organizing important documents.
Decluttering challenge – Week 33 – Important documents and emergency binder
If you lost your wallet, how easily could you identify and replace everything in it? How quickly could you find your birth certificate or other important papers? In week 33 of the 52-Week Decluttering Challenge, we’re taking on the critical task of organizing important documents. We’ll also put together an emergency binder so we, or our loved ones, can easily find things in case of an emergency.
Disposable underwear? Taking laziness to new heights!
During my recent vacation in Ireland, I had one of those “what the heck” moments. One of my cousins told me she has a friend who packs disposable underwear when she travels. What? Disposable underwear? This takes laziness and convenience to new heights!