“Judging others is self-justification in disguis “Judging others is self-justification in disguise.“ - Laura Black

For more quotes by Laura, pick up her latest book: “Climbing Down the Ladder”! Link in graphic. 📍
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Catch me on the "Beyond Retirement" podcast with J Catch me on the "Beyond Retirement" podcast with Jacquie Doucette! I shared some of my insights into how to make retirement the best it can be, including:

- prioritizing happiness
- finding fulfillment and letting go
- expanding the spokes on the Wheel of Life

 Let me know if you give it a watch! 

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGPn2Jut8dA
“ Simply relaxing and doing nothing is a learned “ Simply relaxing and doing nothing is a learned skill—for women.“ - Laura Black

For more quotes by Laura, pick up her latest book: “Climbing Down the Ladder”! Link in graphic. 📍
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“How sad for those consumed with pointing out al “How sad for those consumed with pointing out all that is wrong in the world. And even sadder for their companions.“ - Laura Black

For more quotes by Laura, pick up her latest book: “Climbing Down the Ladder”! Link in graphic. 📍
"Perhaps there is some truth to the stereotype 'cr "Perhaps there is some truth to the stereotype 'cranky old man.'" 

A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

Comment "TRUTH” to grab your copy! 📌
"Each day seek to perform a small act of kindness. "Each day seek to perform a small act of kindness. Soon they will multiply into grandiosity." 

A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

Comment "KINDNESS” to grab your copy! 📌
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A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladd A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

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"Acceptance is the salve for most wounds." Do yo "Acceptance is the salve for most wounds." 

Do you find this to be the case? A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

Comment "ACCEPTANCE” to grab your copy! 📌
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"During those first two years of retirement, I sta "During those first two years of retirement, I started over a dozen new businesses in my head...Coming up with the ideas gave me a rush; thinking of actual execution and implementation killed the buzz."

A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

Comment “BUZZ” to grab your copy! 📌
"My wardrobe is centered around forty pairs of bla "My wardrobe is centered around forty pairs of black pants. Thirty-seven of them have elastic waists, the other three I never wear."

A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

If you enjoyed this quote, read the rest. Grab your copy at the link in my bio! 📕 
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"I’ve come to learn that euphoric moments sprink "I’ve come to learn that euphoric moments sprinkle over days that are, more often than not, routine. Their presence, however, confirms the possibility that awe can sweep in at any moment if I stay open and receptive, if I am curious."

A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

Comment “CURIOUS” to grab your copy! 📌
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I have exciting news—my new book, “Climbing Down the Ladder” is now available for order! https://www.amazon.com/Climbing-Down-Ladder-Journey-Different/dp/B0BQ5SD51V After selling my company and exiting the workforce, I’d wake up each morning,down two cups of coffee, and panic. Now what? How will I fill the day, the week,the month? Did I make a mistake and leave too soon? Who am I without a businesscard? With a humorous poignancy, Climbing Down the…

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“Judging others is self-justification in disguis “Judging others is self-justification in disguise.“ - Laura Black

For more quotes by Laura, pick up her latest book: “Climbing Down the Ladder”! Link in graphic. 📍
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#lifequotes #quotestags #inspirational #quotesdaily #instaquote #midlifeinfluencers #womenunite
Catch me on the "Beyond Retirement" podcast with J Catch me on the "Beyond Retirement" podcast with Jacquie Doucette! I shared some of my insights into how to make retirement the best it can be, including:

- prioritizing happiness
- finding fulfillment and letting go
- expanding the spokes on the Wheel of Life

 Let me know if you give it a watch! 

#BeyondRetirement #BeyondRetirementPodcast #Retirement #Retired

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xGPn2Jut8dA
“ Simply relaxing and doing nothing is a learned “ Simply relaxing and doing nothing is a learned skill—for women.“ - Laura Black

For more quotes by Laura, pick up her latest book: “Climbing Down the Ladder”! Link in graphic. 📍
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#lifequotes #quotestags #inspirational #quotesdaily #instaquote #midlifeinfluencers #womenunite
“How sad for those consumed with pointing out al “How sad for those consumed with pointing out all that is wrong in the world. And even sadder for their companions.“ - Laura Black

For more quotes by Laura, pick up her latest book: “Climbing Down the Ladder”! Link in graphic. 📍
"Perhaps there is some truth to the stereotype 'cr "Perhaps there is some truth to the stereotype 'cranky old man.'" 

A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

Comment "TRUTH” to grab your copy! 📌
"Each day seek to perform a small act of kindness. "Each day seek to perform a small act of kindness. Soon they will multiply into grandiosity." 

A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

Comment "KINDNESS” to grab your copy! 📌
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#lifequotes #quotestags #inspirational #quotesdaily #instaquote #poetry #inspirationalquotes #quotes #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #motivationalquotes #motivation #igwriters #quotestag #dailymotivation #mindset
A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladd A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

Comment "BLINDERS” to grab your copy! 📌
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"Acceptance is the salve for most wounds." Do yo "Acceptance is the salve for most wounds." 

Do you find this to be the case? A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

Comment "ACCEPTANCE” to grab your copy! 📌
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#lifequotes #quotestags #inspirational #quotesdaily #instaquote #poetry #inspirationalquotes #quotes #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #motivationalquotes #motivation #igwriters #quotestag #dailymotivation #mindset
"During those first two years of retirement, I sta "During those first two years of retirement, I started over a dozen new businesses in my head...Coming up with the ideas gave me a rush; thinking of actual execution and implementation killed the buzz."

A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

Comment “BUZZ” to grab your copy! 📌
"My wardrobe is centered around forty pairs of bla "My wardrobe is centered around forty pairs of black pants. Thirty-seven of them have elastic waists, the other three I never wear."

A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

If you enjoyed this quote, read the rest. Grab your copy at the link in my bio! 📕 
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#slowliving #intentionalliving #lifequotes #quotestags #writersofig #quotesdaily #instaquote #poetry #inspirationalquotes #quotes #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #motivationalquotes #motivation #igwriters #quotestag
"I’ve come to learn that euphoric moments sprink "I’ve come to learn that euphoric moments sprinkle over days that are, more often than not, routine. Their presence, however, confirms the possibility that awe can sweep in at any moment if I stay open and receptive, if I am curious."

A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

Comment “CURIOUS” to grab your copy! 📌
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#slowliving #intentionalliving #lifequotes #quotestags #writersofig #quotesdaily #instaquote #poetry #inspirationalquotes #quotes #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #motivationalquotes #motivation #igwriters #quotestag
"Was busy the new rich and thin?” A musing from "Was busy the new rich and thin?”

A musing from my new book: "Climbing Down the Ladder: A Journey to a Different Kind of Happy"! 

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