You have something unique to offer

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At New Directions, we take as our mission statement a remarkable thought from the philosopher Martin Buber:

Every person born in this world represents something new, something that never existed before, something original and unique and every...

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Finding your purpose after 50

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Most people can now expect to live longer. Those extra years are a great gift. But they can be an albatross if people don't know what to do with them. A minority of people like to stay the course, whatever it is. But most people find they need to ...

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The Six Perils of Retirement

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You couldn't wait to retire. Now you've done it, and your life feels unhinged. Your calendar and email in-box are empty. Your spouse wants you to do anything that involves leaving the house. And you feel guilty for not being productive.

Welcome t...

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