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Episode 34 Your Retirement Mindset – Part 3 Creating Contentment

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Have you ever noticed that certain people seem to be content and in control all the time?  It seems as if stressful situations bounce off of them rather than knock them down.  Even in retirement they appear happy, joyful and free.  It’s never too late for you to have contentment in your life as well.

First, you need to start identifying what you want… and why you believe you will be happier if you have it. Will it really make you happy? Or will you just get it, have a temporary period of happiness, and then start desiring something else? After you identify your desires, the next step is to find out if they are YOUR desires or if you’ve been programmed to think you want them.

The good news is you have a choice. Happiness is a choice! You can learn to control your emotions so you can feel good NOW, no matter what’s going on in your life. I know, this sounds really hard. When things are going on around you that are painful or scary or stressful, it can be hard to find your footing and remember that there are things you can do to be happy in the moment while creating contentment for the longer term.

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Episode 30 Adventures in Travel During COVID 19 with Ann Head-Ortega

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How many times have you heard the statement when I retire, I will…?  Go ahead fill in the blank. I will take that cruise to Alaska or I will go to Australia or I will buy a new car.  I will, I will, I will.

Our guest today, Ann Head-Ortega is a doer and she’s done many of the things that some of us are still dreaming about.  Especially, travel the globe.  Ann is the first born of six in a military family. Each sibling was born in a different state or country. Her father’s ancestry was NW European, particularly English, Irish, and Swedish and raised in Sarasota, FL.  Her Mother was born in Puerto Rican, and raised in Maui, Hawaii.

Ann has 3 children.  Her eldest daughter was born in the Canal Zone in 1971. Her second daughter was born in St Augustine, FL in 1980, and her son was also born in St Augustine in 1982.

Ann retired with 22 years military service from the Florida Army Guard in 1998. She retired from the U.S. Department of Justice, in Jan 2006 with 35 years federal service. In 2017, after 12 years as a substitute teacher, she actually became a retiree.

Ann was born into a traveling family, and says, that she “still sincerely enjoys traveling.”

The Cup of Glo Podcast is brought to you by Replay Fitness, Inc. https://replayfitnessfga.com helping women age 50 and older to find their Power!  When we can find that state of being within ourselves, that manifests confidence, boldness, enthusiasm, playfulness and wisdom, then we’ve found our power, which is ours and only ours to use and share as only we can.

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Episode 25 Celebrating September

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September has more to offer than Labor Day.

For those of us who are still working and the rest of you who can only remember your days of employment, the first Monday in September, which is Labor Day is/was a welcomed day to behold.  It’s the first national paid day off after a long spell since Independence Day in July.  Also, by Labor Day, football season for all levels, pros, college, high school and more are in full force.  Bringing with it tailgate parties, fans wearing team jerseys and other apparel representing their team of choice, socializing and most importantly celebrations.

Since the novel Corona virus COVID 19 and social distancing have entered our lives, we’ve had to modify our celebrations.  Luckily, September is loaded with days of observances that we can enjoy with or without others around.  Here are five of them, in chronological order for your consideration, although none are paid days off like Labor Day, one or two may spark your interest.

National Grandparents Day is always celebrated on the first Sunday after Labor Day.  This year it’s today, September 13th.. The purpose of the day is to honor grandparents, give them an opportunity to show love for their grandchildren and help children become aware of the strength, information, and guidance older people can offer.

9/18 – Bright Pink Lipstick Day is a fundraiser run by The Pink Hope Charity, in Australia, to bring awareness to breast and ovarian cancer.

9/21 – World Gratitude day is about being thankful and showing appreciation.

9/30 – National Women’s Health & Fitness Day focuses on the importance of regular physical activity and health awareness for women.

9/30 – International Podcast day celebrates the power of podcasting.

The Cup of Glo Podcast is brought to you by Replay Fitness, Inc. https://replayfitnessfga.com helping women age 50 and older to find their Power!  When we can find that state of being within ourselves, that manifests confidence, boldness, enthusiasm, playfulness and wisdom, then we’ve found our power, which is ours and only ours to use and share as only we can.

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Episode 22 Marilyn Myrick Watson Author of Encore! A Boomer’s Guide to Rocking Your Retirement

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Celebrations big and small are always our focus.  While it may be difficult in this moment of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) happy days are possible.

In this episode we’re continuing our celebration of reading and writing with a conversation with Marilyn Myrick Watson, author of the book Encore! A Boomer’s Guide to Rocking Your Retirement.

Marilyn Myrick Watson is the recipient of The Arizona Centennial Legacy Project designation for her contribution to the state’s centennial by writing five biographies for children.  Her biographies of famous Arizonians include Barry Goldwater, Rose Mofford (the first female governor in Arizona, Raul Castro, the first Hispanic governor, Frank Luke, Jr. and Poston and Hunt: Arizona’s Founding Fathers.  Marilyn was also nominated as Phoenix Woman of the Year for this project.

Born in Steubenville, Ohio, she is the daughter of an avid reader.  She received a Bachelor in Science in education and library science from Miami University. After moving to Arizona, Marilyn earned her Masters in counselor education.  After teaching in the classroom for four years and serving in the district office for three, Marilyn became the school librarian: a position she held for twenty-five years. She is the mother of four grown children and nine grandchildren.

Marilyn has also been involved in developing libraries overseas.  Her first international library work was on an island in Lake Titicaca, Peru, with the Paradise Valley Reading Council.  Later, she was involved with a small Non-profit in Kenya bringing libraries to rural areas.

While living in Germany for two years, Marilyn acquired a love of traveling, and her suitcase is packed and ready.  She is a speaker and life coach for those in transition.

You may contact Marilyn for coaching, speaking engagements or book clubs at:

www.marilynmyrickwatson.com

www.Encorethebook.com

[email protected] or follow her on Facebook at Encore! A Boomer’s Guide to Rocking Your Retirement

The Cup of Glo Podcast is brought to you by Replay Fitness, Inc. www.replayfitnessfga.com helping women age 50 and older to find their Power!  When we can find that state of being within ourselves, that manifests confidence, boldness, enthusiasm, playfulness and wisdom, then we’ve found our power, which is ours and only ours to use and share as only we can.

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Episode 21 The Power of Mature Beauty with Olivia Jones

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Celebrations big and small are always our focus.  While it may be difficult in this moment of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) happy days are possible.

In this episode we’re celebrating the power of mature beauty with Olivia Jones who shares the Mary Kay story and how the company has helped women world-wide to gain confidence and to achieve financial independence.  Olivia also provides tips for skin care and presenting our best selves the way we want.

Olivia can be reached at MaryKay.com/OAJones

Ms. Olivia Jones became a member of the Justice Administrative Commission (JAC) team in 2018. She has held a variety of positions and roles to include: writing tutor, adjunct instructor, administrative assistant. One of her most rewarding roles has been as an Independent Beauty Consultant with Mary Kay cosmetics. She has been a part of the Mary Kay team for over 20 years. She enjoys being a consultant because it gives her an opportunity to help other women develop self-confidence and self-esteem. Ms. Jones is a graduate Florida A&M University earning both undergraduate and graduate degrees. Her B.S. in Broadcast Journalism and her advanced degree in Public Administration.  She also enjoys volunteering with Toastmasters International, The Order of Eastern Stars, and Girl Scouts.

The Cup of Glo Podcast is brought to you by Replay Fitness, Inc. (www.replayfitnessfga.com) helping women age 50 and older to find their Power!  When we can find that state of being within ourselves, that manifests confidence, boldness, enthusiasm, playfulness and wisdom, then we’ve found our power, which is ours and only ours to use and share as only we can.

If you’ve already subscribed to the podcast, thank you!  If you haven’t subscribed already, please subscribe so you will be notified when new episodes have been posted.

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Episode 14 – Sharing Wisdom – Vickie Goodman

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In this episode Vickie Goodman shares wisdom with us.

Vickie Goodman who like many of us has a varied and interesting life.  She’s a mother, grandmother and business woman.  Family is a major aspect of her life including being a contractor with her son and having the life’s rewards of raising a special needs child along with several other loving and well-rounded children.

Vickie is a Life Long Learner who’s been active in Toastmasters International local clubs in Tallahassee for about 30 years.  She also enjoys participating in a variety of educational opportunities through Florida State University’s Osher Lifelong Learning Program, the Senior Center and other things that spark her interest.

Vickie likes to know the what, why and how of things and enjoy taking on new challenges or participating in classes or activities about which she knows very little just to increase her personal knowledge.

She’s the only female construction contractor I know.  This is extra special because she’s doing it with her son.  Vickie said it’s fun because it involves a lot of problem solving.  While she’s less inclined to do the actual physical work, she loves knowing how to do it or how things work.  Vickie also enjoys reading and writing and especially loves creating educational, motivational and inspirational presentations for a variety of audiences.

The Cup of Glo Podcast is brought to you by Replay Fitness, Inc. (www.replayfitnessfga.com) helping women age 50 and older to find their Power!  When we can find that state of being within ourselves, that manifests confidence, boldness, enthusiasm, playfulness and wisdom, then we’ve found our power, which is ours and only ours to use and share as only we can.

If you’ve already subscribed to the podcast, thank you!  If you haven’t subscribed already, please subscribe so you will be notified when new episodes have been posted.

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Producers: Barrington “DJ Plae” Fowler  and Dominic “Freaky Neek” Rollins

 

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Celebrations Part 3 An Attitude of Gratitude

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Celebrations is the theme of our current series.  While it may be difficult in this moment of the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) and the protests in various cities throughout the nation happy days are possible.

In this episode we discuss an attitude of gratitude.

Gratitude helps us to celebrate daily by paying attention to the people in our lives, the things we have and even for the challenges we face and the opportunities we have to overcome them.

The Cup of Glo Podcast is brought to you by Replay Fitness, Inc. (www.replayfitnessfga.com) helping women age 50 and older to find their Power!  When we can find that state of being within ourselves, that manifests confidence, boldness, enthusiasm, playfulness and wisdom, then we’ve found our power, which is ours and only ours to use and share as only we can.

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