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    agebuzz Guest Blogger: Susanna Barton

    The Leading Edge: Staying On Top Of Technology And Communication Trends During The Second Half By Susanna P. Barton

    By Susanna P. Barton   Getting older and better is all about change, and nothing changes more during our lives than technology and current events. That’s all the more reason to stay on top of trends and innovations that can make our Golden Years great and keep us well-connected to…

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    Community: A Winning Team For Aging With A Grand Plan By Susanna P. Barton

    By Susanna P.Barton   As we all age and make plans for our second half, one of the most important things we can do for ourselves is to connect with a community of people who can provide support, camaraderie, and inspiration for our journey. Approaching our Grand Planning with reliable,…

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    To Trust Or Not To Trust? By Susanna P. Barton

    By Susanna P. Barton   Trust is a finicky topic when it comes to creating a workable Grand Plan. On the one hand, trust is essential to working in partnership with loved ones during our second half. If we can’t trust the people we’ve chosen as our life managers or…

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    Step 12: Let’s Talk About It! Communication Is Key To A Successful Grand Plan By Susanna P. Barton

    By Susanna P.Barton   If there is one step by which all other components of a workable Grand Plan are intrinsically linked, it’s #12 — communicating with your people early, honestly, and often. Without good communication, any thoughtful preparation you may have designed for your golden years turns to rubbish,…

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    Mind, Body, And Soul: The Foundation Of A Healthy Second-Half By Susanna P. Barton

    By Susanna P. Barton   A perfectly executed Grand Plan will never have legs unless it’s grounded in a healthy mind, body, and soul. Exercising these strengths is essential to aging successfully, and we must all dedicate ourselves to it during life’s second half—whether we like it or not!  …

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    Starring Roles: Embracing Your Age, Appearance, And Roles As You Age by Susanna P. Barton

    By Susanna P. Barton   Getting older is a wonderful privilege and we can all do a better job embracing the positives. In addition to assuming new roles as grandparents, mentors, seasoned specialists, and leaders, we get to celebrate our wrinkles and refined appearance and account for all the incredible…

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    Biography:

    Susanna Barton is an agebuzz guest blogger addressing themes of caregiving, helping aged loved ones, and encouraging critical conversations about the senior experience. She has been a professional writer covering business, community, and senior issues in Jacksonville, FL, for nearly 30 years and currently serves on Jacksonville Mayor Donna Deegan’s subcommittee for eldercare. Her book Grand Plans: How to Mitigate Geri-Drama in 20 Easy Steps and its accompanying workbook, the Grand Planner, are available on Amazon and through the Grand Plans website. Follow Grand Plans on Facebook at @MyGrandPlans and on Instagram at @GrandPlans2022. Sign up for the Grand Plans newsletter via Substack and find the Grand Plans podcast on most major hosting sites. You can contact Susanna Barton at [email protected].

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