Staying young at heart

Thanks to Mike Chadwick for this article that appeared in his newsletter a number of years ago. Its content seemed to be relevant today considering what we are facing with COVID-19. Here are some tips that will help you stay “Young at Heart” and keep you healthy and happy.

Throw out nonessential numbers – age, height, outside temperature and anything else you cannot control. Focus on those areas you can control and register for some of our Webinars on timely topics. Watch for the next version of the Myths & Reality of COVID – 19. Excellent!

Keep cheerful, positive friends who understand what you are confronting and listen to your complaints. Precisely why we initiated the Peer Groups – manufacturing, healthcare, insurance, small business, restaurants and retail - that meet virtually every month. Most informative and enjoyable!

Learn every day – we now have the resources to simply go online to find the answers to a number of questions and can introduce you to resources that help you solve any dilemma.

Surround yourself with what you love – family, friends, hobbies, and some keepsakes. Downsizing also helps to remove some of the unnecessary clutter. My desk reflects this one!

Move on – tears are a part of life and help to cleanse your spirit – but always look forward to the next exciting adventure like some of the virtual events we are scheduling that will motivate and help you.

Laugh, laugh, laugh – often, loud and hard. You will do that once you start attending some of our Leads groups to learn about each other’s business but also to make new friends. It is fun!

Enjoy the options – this will help you achieve balance and flexibility during these unusual times. We are celebrating Chamber Day around the U.S. on Wednesday to focus on you and our local businesses who contribute immeasurably to our community.

Please watch for announcements that will make a special impact on you to keep you young at heart.