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Marilyn Murray Willison: Gratitude Is Attitude, Paying Big Dividends as We Age

After reaching the age of 50, many of us fall into the trap of thinking that everything was better “when we were younger.” I refer to this as the Old Fogey Syndrome because it’s almost a clear indicator of living in the past rather than appreciating the present or looking forward to the future. In…

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Marilyn Murray Willison: Does Older Equal Happier?

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Marilyn Murray Willison: Reassuring Ways to Face Hard Times

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Marilyn Murray Willison: Can You Be Too Old to Marry?

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Marilyn Murray Willison: Alcohol, Drug Addiction Among the Elderly a Serious Concern

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Marilyn Murray Willison: Programs Help Smooth the Way for Driving After 65

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Marilyn Murray Willison: How to Weigh Advantages of Aging Parents Moving In with Adult Caregivers

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Marilyn Murray Willison: Coping with Parkinson’s Disease a Life-Changing Challenge

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Marilyn Murray Willison: Simple Steps to Make Resilience Work for You

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Marilyn Murray Willison: Aging, and the Importance of Hobbies

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Marilyn Murray Willison: Please Read This Book — Part 2

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Marilyn Murray Willison: Happiness Is a Choice You Make — Part 1

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