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| One Journey Consulting | October 2010
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Greetings!
Fall- the season of change. Life speeds up after the relative ease of summer. We turn the clocks back and marvel at the colorful landscape. This time of year reminds us to celebrate the beauty in our lives and to be cognizant of what we hold dear, all the while knowing that change is imminent...but it does not have to be negative. With change can come new opportunities, new experiences, new insights. But we miss the gifts of change if we are too busy looking backward with regret or nostalgia, rather than forward with anticipation and curiosity.
Here at One Journey, we are excited about our new course offering, What's Next, for anyone in mid-life experiencing change or wondering how to proactively design the second half of life. The program runs January through March 2011. We hope you can join us.
Til then, take a moment each day to embrace the changes around you, while you find peace in all that remains constant and eternal.
Please feel free to share this newsletter with friends and colleagues.
Happy Fall,
Renée and Di |
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Upcoming Services from One Journey Consulting
The Journey of Dating* series continues on Wednesdays (October 27, November 10 and December 1) from 6-7:30pm. Whether you are actively dating or considering it, this is a great opportunity to learn from others, share your experiences and discover new strengths and approaches.
The Women's Fall Retreat* will be held in Hampton, NH from Friday evening, November 5 through Sunday morning, November 7. This retreat will focus on nurturing and honoring the Four Aspects of Self: Body, Mind, Emotion and Spirit. Laura Hackel, our resident Shaman, will be joining us again and we are so very excited about all we have planned. This retreat is SOLD OUT, but we will be planning our spring retreat soon.
Inspired by our Journey of Dating class, we are offering two Internet Dating Profile Writing Workshops* on Wednesdays, November 3 and 17 from 6-8pm. Whether you are new or a seasoned veteran of online dating, this informal workshop promises to be enlightening, helpful and fun!
Our Difficult Conversations teleclass* will begin on November 19, December 3,10 and 17. This four-week teleclass combines the benefits of a bookclub, support group and personal development meetup with the goal of providing you with information, opportunities for growth, support and coaching without having to leave your home or work. (Text is Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters Most by Douglas Stone) For alumni of the Base Camp, Trailblazers reconvenes for another six weeks on November 11, and runs Nov 18, Dec 2, 9, 16 and 23 to offer ongoing support through the holiday season. And save the date for the return of our Base Camp beginning December 2 for six weeks of support, coaching and guidance through the holidays. In addition, we are scheduling the What's Next: Navigating Mid-Life Transitions* to commence in January, just in time to start your new year and new chapter in life. So stay tuned. *All welcome. You do not have to be separated or divorced to attend these workshops.
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 Master Your Money and Fill that Bucket by Amy Lampert, Contributing Columnist
Many of my contemporaries are in deep reflection about the "rest of their lives." We are at that age where we are acutely aware of the things on our bucket list... something as simple as wanting to experience a jet ski (that would be on MY bucket list) or something as profound as leaving a legacy to society. Yet, while these lists are true desires, they aren't being achieved. So often I hear "I wish I could, but" and the "but" is often related to finances.
When you allow finances to block your dreams, a deal with the devil (money) is forged, and you feel stuck. This sense of feeling trapped is an impediment to a full life, happy relationships and work satisfaction. And sometimes, all it takes is some knowledge and information to master one's own financial destiny to allay these feelings and help you live your dreams.
For those readers who may not know where to start, and feel daunted by the whole topic of money mastery, here is a checklist of areas of financial literacy you could use to start taking charge of your financial plan:
Budgets and Cash Flows: If you have delegated this function to a partner in the past, and have little idea what it takes financially for you and your family to live, this is a good place to start.
Credit: Know how credit works. If you do not have credit in your own name, get it immediately. Understand the basics of credit reports and profiles.
Financial Documents: Know their location and the institutions where family assets are held.
Investments: Understand the risk profile of the investments your family's assets are in.
Taxes: Like many people who file jointly, you probably just sign the 1040; delve a little deeper to understand.
Health Care and other insurances: What would happen if you had to provide your own healthcare? What are the contingencies?
How Property is Titled: Home(s), car, other assets; understand the difference between "Joint With Rights of Survivorship" and "Joint Tenants in Common"
Estate Plans: Understand what happens upon the death of you or your partner; know the named beneficiaries of policies or trusts
For some this might seem overwhelming at first, so chew off one bite at a time. If you would like assistance on this journey of financial literacy please take note of the Unpack Your Bag, Lady workshop mentioned in this newsletter.
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Unpack Your Bag, Lady Workshop with Amy Lampert and Marilyn Edelson
· Is Money a loaded issue for you? Your family members? Your friends?
· Do you find yourself in a position (through divorce, widowhood, a family legacy) of responsibility for your own finances, but feel ill-prepared?
· Are you confused about the advice you read and hear in the financial media or from bankers or advisors?
· Do you avoid or procrastinate or delegate financial affairs to others because you find financial affairs and investing overwhelming?
Combining 10 dimensions of financial literacy with understanding of the way in which money is a metaphor for many of the primary needs and feelings humans have, Amy Lampert of WomensWorth has partnered with financial therapist, Marilyn Edelson in a workshop called Unpack Your Bag, Lady. Research shows it is the emotional and psychological issues, as much as a lack of understanding about the world of financial services, that interfere with our best intentions at mastering our financial lives.
For more information on this workshop series starting in November, visit Unpack Your Bag, Lady or contact Amy Lampert at womensworth@me.com. |
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Demystifying the Divorce Process with Atty Aimee Bonacorsi
 Attorney Aimee Bonacorsi is teaching the following divorce classes and workshops this fall, for those who are contemplating divorce, just starting the process, in mediation, or looking at settlement options. Please feel free to contact her at 617.924.8800, or check the adult education program listings for more information.
Demystifying Divorce-at Brookline Adult and Community Education, October 20, 6:30pm
The Divorce Process- Legal and Finanancial Issues (with Renee Senes, CDFA)
- Groton Adult Education, October 27, 7pm
- Waltham Adult and Continuing Education, November 4, 7pm
Navigating Divorce: Finding Your Direction Legally, Financially, and Emotionally (with Renee Senes, CDFA & Joan Rubin-Deutsch, LICSW)-in Acton, October 23, 10-3pm |
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Coping with Divorce: Free Workshop Sponsored by Skidmore College
The goal of this free one-day workshop is to help divorced parents work toward forgiveness of an ex-spouse, so that children do not get caught in the middle. The workshop, which will be led by a licensed mental health practitioner, includes a free lunch and snacks. Participants will receive gift certificates in return for completing study surveys.
The workshop (sponsored by researchers at Skidmore College) will be held in the Boston area on Saturday, November 6th. Advance registration is required.
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About One Journey Consulting
One Journey Consulting is a coaching and
consulting practice dedicated to personal renewal and rediscovery, particularly
through the experience of divorce and other significant life transitions.
Services include weekly workshops, one-day seminars, individual coaching and
weekend retreats. For more information, visit www.onejourneyconsulting.com.
One Journey Consulting 75 Claypit Hill Road Wayland, Massachusetts 01778
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With the holidays approaching, we wanted to offer you a gift to thank you for supporting One Journey Consulting this year and being with us on our journey. To share our gratitude, we are presenting you with this special discount on your next workshop or event (excludes the November weekend retreat). You may also use this coupon for January's What's Next if you register and pay before December 31, 2010. | | Offer Expires: December 31, 2010 |
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