Many people view aging with aversion, seeing it as something to fight rather than a natural part of life. Philosopher Simone de Beauvoir suggests old age is to be contrasted with life, not death.

Recently, I woke to the blaring noise of our downstairs TV. My husband had been watching it the night before and had accidentally left it on “pause” rather than “off.” The sudden blast was startling ...

We spend so much time thinking about what we can do in life that will bring success or "increase." The increase is about growth and having more—gains, wins, money, purchases, friends, food, or cars.

“To let go does not mean to get rid of. To let go means to let be. When we let be with compassion, things come and go on their own.” –Jack Kornfield Holding on to pain doesn’t fix anything. Replaying ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Karin Eldor covers entrepreneurs and leaders in fashion & lifestyle. This is your year to let go and leave behind what's no longer ...