Can School Be Cool at Fifty?

Why go back to school at fifty? That's the question I get asked the most these days. My friends & family are very supportive and often tell me how proud they are of me, yet they want to know why I decided to do this now, at fifty? It's been on my mind a lot lately too, so I'm just going to write down my thoughts on this subject and maybe I can explain.

Actually, I can appreciate school much more now that I am older. I don't regret waiting so long for several reasons:

1.) I didn't have time for college when I was young! I was very popular and enjoyed my youth. I also worked a lot and made lots of money, so I can't complain. My career was on an upswing and I was able to get promoted into management. I learned many skills and had so many experiences that will benefit me for years to come.

2.) We didn't have internet when I was twenty. Well, we did have computers, but I wasn't made aware of them until 2001 when I was forced to use one at work. I was terrified of this machinery and my reaction was that I would never be able to understand this equipment. Luckily, I had a very kind support group to help me learn. Once I got the ball rolling, I was intrigued and felt there was so much more I wanted to know about them. Homework is also a lot easier now thanks to computers! :)

3.) I have more patience now. I never would of had the discipline or the mindset that is necessary to earn a degree when I was in my twenties. It takes a lot of focus and all the free time I can muster to get assignments and test completed accurately and on time.

4.) The older we get the wiser we become. There has been many times that I don't even read the book. I have been able to rely on past experiences or basic street smarts. We don't realize how much we know until we are forced to. On that note, there has been several days when I was  amazed with how little I know! Jeez! Many times, I feel the more I learn, the less I know. Don't worry, that's what keeps it interesting!

I went back to school at fifty to take some computer classes and all I wanted to take with me was a certificate in website development. I foolishly thought that would be enough to start a new career. Truth is, I took all the required courses and finished with mostly A's and a couple B's and have zero confidence that I can make a website! So, I decided to stick with it and earn a degree.

I am now in my final semester at City Colleges and looking back at the whole experience. "Awesome" pretty much sums it up. This has been the most positive experience all around. I met so many interesting people, made new friends that I treasure, and learned a lot about everything, including myself. That was unexpected, because I thought I already knew myself! I did, only I discovered much more. Like peeling through layers of an onion, I am almost to the core of all that I am.

I never really worried about what the kids might think of me, but I was pleasantly surprised to find my age made no difference. I remember thinking about this after my first day of school. It actually felt like no time had passed at all. The kids were so nice to me I wanted to adopt them all! I was even more surprised to find a lot of my classmates were in my age group. Some were even older than me. It was almost like going back in time, but my attendance is much netter now.

However, what I discovered to be most beneficial is knowing I am still teachable. I now believe that the older we get, the more we should continue learning. It's invigorating! Like new oxygen being brought into the blood stream. Besides taking a Nutrition, Economy and Improv class, I like to keep up with my favorite self-help programs as well. They help keep me focused, and my thoughts positive. Working three jobs while going to school, I need all the help I can get! ;)

My Favorite Self-Help Programs:



This has always been my favorite and still is. I listen to it every summer while laying at the pool and just relaxing. Nice to have reminders of all this knowledge and Dr. Anthony is easy listening. His quick start program works every time, which is a huge plus!



This was the first program I ever ordered and still one of my faves! I love self-hypnosis and Valerie has the most soothing voice, it is a perfect way to relax and refresh. Twenty minutes is all it takes. There are so many different programs included with this offer that I never get tired of listening to them. Best part is they work!




Another form of self-hypnosis that never fails me. If I'm thinking about money, I play this one right before bed and by morning, I have a whole new outlook and my wealth immediately moves upward. It may be a new job that comes out of nowhere, the lottery, football pools, etc. I haven't made any significant windfalls, but new jobs are nice, and I always make the extra money when I need it.

And this is new...

Honestly, I haven't spent much time with this one yet. However, it's free and created by Dr. Robert Anthony, so I would recommend trying it!

Work like you don't need the money. Love like you've never been hurt. Dance like nobody's watching.

2010 Ends... While 2011 Begins!

Another year over… and a new one just begun.

Why not make this one your year!? Your year to shine, to discover your true self, to make a plan and stick with it, to find your purpose or a new year to simply manifest all that you desire!

Can't believe it's been two years since I posted here! Sorry for that, but I've been extremely busy doing all that I love to do. It took some time, but I now truly believe I am on the right life path. Feels like a dream most of the time... just flowing with the current down the river of life! I am extremely grateful for all that I have, but mostly for all that I have learned. Especially over the past ten years where I went from a deep depression, to finding my purpose, to creating the life I live now!

Seems to me true that during our darkest hours is when we see the light!

My wish is for everyone to find peace & happiness all throughout 2011! There is power in numbers. The more people who become free from struggle and are passionate in doing what they love to do will actually raise the vibrations of our 'collective consciousness', bringing us 'A New Earth'. This is what Eckhart Tolle so considerately teaches us in his work. What that means is... by improving yourself, you could possibly be saving our planet!

With all the help I have been given from so many self improvement experts, I now know for sure that peace & happiness only comes from within. It is not something you can purchase. It is free and available to you at all times. I can see that by doing all that I love to do is bringing me more joy and finding more love in all that I already do! That is where you find peace... it is located somewhere between love & joy! Though I never claim to be an expert at any of this, I do know from personal experience that you create your own happiness by being yourself and doing all that makes you happy!

So, here are my favorite self help programs aimed towards you creating your own happiness...

Dr. Robert Anthony still holds first place for his "Secret of Deliberate Creation" program mainly because he went and improved it by adding ‘Deliberate Creation Self-Hypnosis’ Program. Thankfully, this can be bought separately if your like me and already invested in Secret of Deliberate Creation. I love self  hypnosis programs cos all I have to do is lay down and listen. It's a great way to start my day on a positive note!

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He has also been busy creating new programs such as...

Zero Weight Release Program where you lose weight effortlessly and keep it off! His breakthrough program is the real deal and will let you finally lose weight with no dieting, pills or willpower… You can use the program alone or combine it with your current workout program to turbo charge your results… I’m serious about this, I want you to be one of his success stories!

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And lastly, he created the "Self Confidence Creator". Dr. Robert Anthony’s incredible new program is going to significantly boost your self-confidence in just 7 days — guaranteed! Trust me when I tell you that Dr. Anthony knows what he is talking about — his original book ‘The Ultimate Secrets of Total Self Confidence’ is now published in 22 foreign languages and has sold over 1.5 MILLION copies!

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Well, that's my new faves... however, if you liked Valerie Dawson's "Hidden Secret" you may be pleased to know that she too has been busy creating!  She has now added "Think Rich Secrets" to her list... I do like this one, but not nearly as much as "The Hidden Secret" which I still listen to!

And that's all for now... Know that you can always find more discoveries and read my reviews by visiting:

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What Was So Great About 2008?

So much to be grateful for this year! I don't mean to brag, but I was just reflecting on this year while making resolutions and planning for 2009. That is how I realized what a great year this has been! I have so many people to thank I can't even begin to go into all of them... but I will try. Besides the usual suspects (family, friends and pets), I am most grateful for Dr. Robert Anthony.

The creator of the Secret of Deliberate Creation. My number one pick in self help programs for 2008! I'm still not sure which I liked best... the program itself or all the bonuses? Dr. Anthony is just the best coach, mentor, spiritual advisor, teacher, whatever you wish to call him. He is so easy for me to relate to and I could easily learn and trust what he is saying is true and comes from the heart. The heart of a simplistic, modest man who knows no boundaries when it comes to giving and sharing.

Once I completed the program (all six CD's), I thought I was done. Then I began reading all the bonus books. One after the other, each better than the last. While doing so I learned it is best to continue listening to the CD's and it is so true! The more I listened the more I got it... and the better things got for me! So now I wake each day and listen to one track while my coffee is brewing. It is a great way to start your day! Then while enjoying my coffee I like to read at least ten pages of any motivational book, thanks again to Dr. Anthony, I have several to choose from.

The missing puzzle piece to the “Think and Grow Rich” formula...

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Next I recite my affirmations, and I am ready to relax and listen to Quantum Mind Power brainwave entrainment recordings. I am so grateful to Song Chengxiang for introducing me to this one. My number two pick for self help programs! This only takes twenty minutes, but still it is probably a blessing I work nights. These recordings give me so much clarity and focus throughout the rest of my day and helps to keep my thoughts under my control. It has also unleashed my creativity which is the best I could hope for. I have reignited my passion for writing and acting and I now have the faith and motivation to do more... besides writing on this blog and others, I am now taking classes to improve my acting abilities. Thank you so much!

I would also like to thank Valerie Dawson. She is the creator of The Hidden Secret. A set of audio self hypnosis CD's that help you with your visualizing. I like to listen to them after my shower or right before bedtime. I look forward to taking these 15 minute breaks as I just lie down, close my eyes and listen. I also lay tea bags over my eyes while I do this. It helps to reduce puffiness, so when I awake I look and feel better! In the meantime, I have also programmed my subconscious to bring me whatever I wished for. Usually that's money and believe me, it works! Probably helps that I'm a bartender so I can easily count on making excellent tips, but regardless I am becoming a money magnet and now I can give more to help my favorite charities. It really is a win win situation. Valerie also helps to remind me of all that I already have to be grateful for.

Most of all I would like to thank you! Thank you for taking the time to read this and for wanting to improve your life. That is how we save our planet. One person at a time... improve yourself, you improve the world around you.

However, I must remind you there is no greater satisfaction than just doing it. If you want it, you can have it! I'm living proof of that. I am most grateful this year that I finally found the courage to leave a dead end job that did not inspire me to one that is uplifting, enjoyable and most of all suits my personality. Life is good!

You can read more reviews of these programs in earlier post below. Thanks and Happy New Year To You! Know that I am wishing you great joy and success in the New Year to come...

One final thank you to Oprah and Eckhart Tolle for A New Earth Webcast this year. It was certainly a highlight of this year and I really learned a great deal... about myself, others and what makes the world go round. The experience of taking these classes will remain with me throughout this lifetime and possibly more. You can still take these classes anytime you want!

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