Topics included in
"Changing the Face of Aging"
Replacing the Term "Seniors." I believe that this term has negatively labeled persons over 55 and I am seeking to identify a new word that can become the “standard” to refer to people of advancing age. I need your recommendations!
The Aging Experience. The physical, emotional, spiritual and health-related changes you've experienced since turning 55.
Spirituality. Which spiritual mentors have influenced you? Did you recognize this need early in life, or, have you taken hold of spirituality as a consequence of aging?
Creativity and Aging. Have you identified creative outlets that satisfy you What are they and how do they affect you?
Life's Purpose. The realization of and the commitment to what you view as your life's purpose and how you are fulfilling that purpose.
Love, Friendship and Family. The role of love, friendship and family in your life and what you've done to have respectful and positive relationships.
The Single Life. How do you stay positive and fulfilled in your role as a single woman or man either due to the death of a spouse or partner, divorce, or personal choice?
Marriage and Committed Relationships. Your role as a wife or husband or partner, and the steps you’ve taken to further develop this ever-evolving relationship.
Physical Fitness. How do physical fitness and nutrition play a part in your life?
Life Long Learning. How has experience played into your ability to learn about yourself and life in general?
Centenarians. Are you 100 years or older? Your life experiences will help us shatter myths about aging.
Children. The hurdles you've had to overcome and the changes you've had to make in order to have ongoing, gratifying relationships with your adult children.
The Grandparent's Role. Your role in your grandchildren's lives and how this role has changed your relationship with your own children.
Raising Grandchildren. How has your life been impacted by the added responsibility of raising your grandchildren?
The Work Environment. Have you experienced subtle or overt discrimination in the workplace as a result of advanced age? Or, are you revered as the go-to person with more business knowledge? How do you maintain positive work relationships with younger co-workers?
Self-Employment. Are you self-employed? What experiences have you had in developing your business later in life?
Caring for Others. What challenges have you faced as a caregiver? What has the role given to you?
Volunteerism. What are your impressions of today's society? Have you taken any steps to involve yourself in the betterment of society on a large or small scale?
Living with an Illness. How has living with an illness changed your life and what positive coping methods have you devised to improve your quality of life?
Wisdom. What wisdom have you gained as a result of aging and how has this impacted your life and others around you?