Claustrophobia.
No one likes to feel boxed in. Not by poverty. Not by a dead-end job. Not by their relationships.
Most of all, there is the bridling against the closing circle of time. That's the one that chafes the most.
Sadly, in the face of these, we begin to believe the very things we most want to resist. We begin to believe that it's too late to change. That things are as they are and no amount of effort---and certainly no amount of complaining--is going to change anything very much.
Well, I don't buy it.
Things can change. They change all the time. And complaining isn't all bad either. In fact, it may be the beginning of wisdom. A good, clear, passionate protest articulates what we resist, what we oppose.
It's the old dog's growl.
When we're backed into a corner, we old dogs know it's time to fight.
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What You Will Find Here
Welcome to "Old Dogs...New Tricks"
I have created this site as online resource and--I hope--a community of support for those navigating the often turbulent passage through midlife.
This blog is primarily an anthology of articles on the topic of midlife transformation, which I will eventually compile into a book. I have also included links to other online resources that I have personally found helpful, and a bookstore ("The Dog Pound") with links to books, DVDs, etc. that you can purchase from Amazon.com. Proceeds from these purchases helps keep this site going, so...thanks!.
My hope is that this site will provide you with support and useful tools that you will find helpful. Also, we would be very happy to hear your feedback and any suggestion you may have for other resources not yet included here.
And, finally, if you have your own story to share, please let me know. We would be delighted to include stories from our visitors: both here and in future publications online and in print.
