Would you like to add years to your life, years of quality living? Most of us would.

There are several ways to do this. Exercise, diet and stress reduction are common strategies, for people of any age, but they are not the only ones.…

There must be a simpler way. A simpler way to help you support others with your hard earned money.

(Don’t miss two amazing facts below).

But it is not easy.…

I just went to see the movie Air, starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. I loved it.

It is a story of how Nike was able to grow their basketball division by signing Michael Jordan and creating the Air Jordan shoe.…

Have you ever been surprised by the lyrics of a song you thought you knew?

This happened to me the other day. I was helping a friend of mine, Hania Azimi, work on a script for a new video she is creating.…

By now, I hope everyone has heard about Malala Yousafzai and how she is changing the world.

Her story is truly a remarkable one.

In October 2014, Malala, along with Indian children’s rights activist Kailash Satyarthi, was named a Nobel Peace Prize winner.…

I still have fond memories of listening to David Crosby and the iconic Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young band.

In my early university days, I loved  to lie on the floor, put on my headphones, and listen to the album Déjà Vu.…

Who can forget the cool energetic guy on the “flying” skateboard – the star of the hugely successful film, Back to the Future.

It’s Michael J.…

A good friend, Tom Brokaw, has called him a dirtbag. This is a term of endearment.

According to mountain climbing lore, a dirtbag is a person who dedicates her or his entire existence to the pursuit of mountain climbing, even living in a tent or vehicle to save money.…

You can make a huge difference in this crazy world. And it is so easy to get started.

You can help a child go to school, learn to read and build a life for herself, her family and her community.…

This is a guest post from Lacey Connor. I appreciate Lacey reaching out to contribute to this blog and I want to encourage her and others on their writing journeys.…

HER FIRST ACT OF DEFIANCE? GOING TO SCHOOL

This headline drew me in and I was hooked.

This headline, ad and article was part of a fundraising campaign called Defy Gravity from the University of Toronto.…

I just finished reading Dinners with Ruth: A Memoir on the Power of Friendships by Nina Totenberg and I loved it.

It is packed with details on the life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, as seen through the eyes of a lifelong friend, journalist Nina Totenberg.…

When you think of being creative do you start to feel a little freer? Or do you quickly freeze up with frustration or self-doubt?

I would like to help you to loosen up with a few practical ideas from people who know a few things about what creativity really is.…

Our memories store much more than what has been going on in our lives. Much more than what we learn at school or from the web.…

This is a guest post from Stephanie Haywood. I appreciate Stephanie reaching out to contribute to this blog and I want to encourage her and others on their writing journeys.…

Here are some startling numbers.

I read about these numbers in a moving book by John Wood (co-founder of Room to Read) and Amalia McGibbon, called Purpose Incorporated: Turning cause into your competitive advantage.…

What does living an extraordinary life mean to you? World travel? Sky diving? Writing a best-selling novel?

These life experiences and accomplishments are exciting. But what about all of the life in between these peak experiences?…

I am semi-retired and have been searching for a good way to invest my extra time and energy – to help make this world a little better.…

Have you met Ameera?

She is the newest Sesame Street character with a big message. Hers is a powerful message of representation and inclusion. This should not surprise us, coming from Sesame Workshop, creator of the Sesame Street television show.…

Hania has done it again. A new video and a bonus feature.

Hania’s video gives us a deep look into how educating girls and women around the world benefits us all.…

If you had billions of dollars how would you use that money to make our world a better place?

Who would you help first? How would you make that happen?…

Being a male, I am no expert on femininity.

But I thought I would share some insights from a few impressive women.

According to Neha Prakash, Marie Claire’s Senior News and Culture Editor, femininity isn’t a bad word—it’s just a misunderstood one – ever-evolving, nuanced, and individualized.…

Many people, of all ages, feel that our fast-changing world is leaving them behind.  And this is especially true when it comes to technology, computer skills and social media.…

I made a big mistake. And as a result, some of you who requested a Free copy of my ebook did not receive it. Worse yet, you may have received no response at all.…

I hope you are still with me – for a fun ride toward more energy, activity and meaning in your life. This might be in your retirement years or really at any age.…

In a previous post, How to Feel Younger at Any Age, Part 2/5, I included a description of the Abyss of Insignificance.

I loved this concept so much, I decided to go to the source and read the book.…

Have you been feeling overwhelmed or maybe a bit worn down by the seemingly endless bad news all around us. If you have been watching a lot of traditional or social media, you probably have.…

A Mighty Girl – what an amazing name. And a perfect fit for a business devoted to the empowerment of girls.

A Mighty Girl was founded, as a labour of love, by Carolyn Danckaert and Aaron Smith from Washington, D.C..…

Who is driving our world’s newish interest in climate change?

Is it the old guard, hanging out in Scotland at the recent Climate Change Summit (UNFCCC COP 26)?…

Avid readers of this blog and website will know that I am a big fan of and regular donor to Room to Read.

I have written quite a bit about the huge accomplishments of co-founders, Erin Ganju, John Wood and Dinesh Shrestha.…

Do you want to feel younger during your retirement years? Of course you do – we all do. And not just in our later years, but at any age.…

Need more evidence that girls’ education matters? Here are some powerful facts from one of my favourite organizations, Room to Read.

Whether or not a girl stays in school has an astounding effect on not simply her quality of life, but that of her future family and community.…

It is because of his kind and generous view of creativity and how to live in an ever changing world.

Here is what I mean – a brief snippet from his recent blog.…

The short answer, it looks like the education of girls, in all communities, all around the world.

The education of girls in communities where girls are discouraged or even prevented from going to school.…

Thank you Debbie.

I am not a dancer, choreographer, actor, director or producer. But, I do love that you have excelled in all of these ways.…

Hania Azimi is becoming more creative and talented everyday. And I really appreciate all of her hard work.

Recently, she has learned how to create and edit videos.…

I must admit that I don’t know much about Garth Brooks.

I know a little. I know that he is a widely recognized and decorated country music star.…

Well sit back and be moved.

Here is a short video that will rev you up and make you want to be a part of this amazing organization.…

I was surfing through some sports channels on TV and came across a very inspiring interview on Tara Sloane’s show, Top of [Her] Game, on SportsNet.…

You start with passionate teenagers and watch them go.

Ten teens who are changing the world, in their own unique ways, were recently profiled in People magazine.…

There are lots of ways and it is really easy and fun to get started.

And for any one in their mid or later years, it can make you feel young again.…

The answer to this question is an enthusiastic yes.

An enthusiastic yes because of how much educating girls really does help.

I have written about these benefits in other posts and on my main website pages.…

The numbers are staggering.

More than 6,000 women and children are housed in emergency shelters each night across Canada trying to escape abuse. And this is only the tip of the iceberg.…

Yes she does.

And she had the confidence to talk about it on a widely publicized interview with Oprah on March 7, 2021.

She gets that representation is important – representation of women, persons of colour, LGBTQ, and persons from all cultures and walks of life.…

I became a monthly donor over the past year and am very glad I did.

I had many good reasons to choose Room to Read and to begin donating.…

Let me start with a clue.

You don’t have to be a billionaire to help people the way Melinda Gates does. Of course, it helps, but money is not the key to her success.…

Who doesn’t admire Celine Dion.

Celine Dion is not just an accomplished singer, she is also a very successful entrepreneur. Her entertainment empire has been valued at $800 million.…

Room to Read is celebrating the very important International Women’s Day.

On this special day, I was sent this invitation from Room to Read. And I wanted to pass it along to you.…

That would be silly – wouldn’t it? Let’s investigate.

Unless you have been asleep at the wheel, you have heard of a bright new star, Amanda Gorman.…

This is not a trick question. But, the answer may surprise you.

Many of you would know her as Dr. Amy Farrah Fowler, one of the stars of The Big Bang Theory.…

Every day there are new things to learn. It’s exciting, especially when I read about groundbreaking ideas and new ways to make a difference in this world.…

I think so and here is why.

Less than 1 percent of charities have received a 4-star rating for 12 years from Charity Navigator. Room to Read is one of these top 1 percent charities.…

I am still learning about all of the incredible work that is being done to educate children around the world. This is so important. And it is one of the best ways to give children, their families and their communities a lift out of poverty.…

I have been a big fan of Alicia Keys for a long time now. I have almost all of her music and have recently read her new book, Alicia Keys: A Journey (with Michelle Burford).…

Generosity is a core principle for Seth Godin.

In his new book, The Practice, he shows you how to live a creative life and how to be productive in the creative work you want to do.…

Peter Singer starts his well-known TED Talk with an alarming video of a two year old Chinese girl, Wang Yue, being run over by a van and then again by another van.…

What is the best way to help someone who is suffering? This could be someone who is suffering a little or a lot.

The fastest and simplest way is is to listen and make a heartfelt connection with them.…

My wife used to make fun of me. She said I was “A man on a mission”.

I wasn’t offended – I kind of agreed with her.…

I was watching an interesting video from Room to Read called “What’s Your Superpower”. It had a lot of great ideas. Attainable and inspiring superpowers to help young girls and women build their confidence and power in a difficult world.…