Fifty Over 50 book highlights profiles of people passionately pursuing purpose
Fifty Over 50 features short profiles of 50 men and women who embraced a new purpose later in life that culminated in their legacy for which they’ll be remembered for years to come.
Maryland man finds purpose in helping vulnerable people
For 30 years, Roger has helped provide critical home repairs to his community’s most vulnerable homeowners, including seniors, veterans, people with disabilities and others.
Reformed prisoner finds purpose in training dogs
Kenny impacted the program by encouraging the use of positive reinforcement in training, like treats and affirmation, rather than negative reinforcement, such as shock collars.
Couple bikes 5,000 miles in 55 days to fight cancer
Al Reszel, 63, and his wife, Terry, began a 5,000-mile bicycle trip in San Diego March 5 and they will travel through 16 states over 55 days.
Having a sense of purpose slashes risk of dementia
Simply having a sense of purpose was linked with a 19% reduced rate of clinically significant cognitive impairment, the Daily Mail reported.
Struggle can help define your purpose, who you are becoming
When Bobby’s soccer team was going out to eat, he couldn’t afford to join them. That’s when the father of a fellow player discretely pulled him aside and offered to pay for his meal anonymously, but under one condition.
Despite multiple sclerosis, Arkansas man encourages others
George came to faith two years before the diagnosis. But, it was during a trip to the hospital that he found his real purpose.
Illness can’t stop strong, happy, energized woman
By eating well and exercising, her physical pain and depression vanished. Debbie even started a small business selling vintage ceramics.
75-year-old man becomes oldest American to climb Mt. Everest
“When you’re my age, you realize things are a certain way, and you’re just lucky to be here and to be healthy enough to try these things,” said Arthur.
Oregon farm helps down-and-out men find renewed purpose
“Men who really want to escape from their disastrous past, who truly want to help themselves — and there are plenty of such — these men desperately need a refuge outside the city,” Ross explained.