Provocative questions, food for thought, new perspectives

Strategic questioning & storytelling sometimes can unlock a closed mind In this world of misinformation, polarization and indoctrination, it occurred to me that sequencing of questions peppered with personal reflections might plant the seeds for critical thinking and healthy skepticism. It all started with a conversational thought experiment I decided to launch with current and formerContinue reading “Provocative questions, food for thought, new perspectives”

If only my younger self had bought a limited equity housing cooperative!

Live, shop, play, learn, socialize affordably for the balance of your life Now that I’m retired and the mortgage is paid off after 30 years concurrently juggling three jobs, I’m wondering what path might have been more affordable and rewarding. My answer: limited equity housing cooperatives. Let me set the stage:  I was fresh out ofContinue reading “If only my younger self had bought a limited equity housing cooperative!”

Retirement: Digital Reflections While Getting My Affairs In Order

Since I retired this month, I have spent at least an hour or two every day reviewing financial papers and other seemingly important household files and documents while I scan, save and shred them. Its a laborious but necessary task getting my affairs in order. For the record, as far as I know, I’m inContinue reading “Retirement: Digital Reflections While Getting My Affairs In Order”