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Passion Quotes to Inspire You

Way back in high school, a wonderful teacher took me out for lunch and gave me a blank writing journal as a gift. This special teacher saw my gift long before I recognized it in myself. Today, that journal is filled with poems and inspiring quotes. Whenever...

Published Wed, Sep 07 2016 6:45 AM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

Filed under: inspirational quotes, unwrap your passion, passion, do what you love, motivational quotes, quotes about passion, passion quotes, positive quotes

The Ghost at the Lake House

“So, what do you do for fun?” I asked Brenda Schmidt between bites of dinner. We were on our way to see Jeff Foxworthy and Larry the Cable Guy at the Rialto Theater in Joliet. “My husband and I hunt ghosts for fun.” I nearly dropped...

Published Thu, Sep 01 2016 6:19 PM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

Filed under: ghosts, People Living Passionately, haunted, illinois paranormalists, ghost hunter, paranormal sightings

50 States for My 50’s: Missouri

Deep in the middle of The Happiness of Pursuit: Finding the Quest That Will Bring Purpose to Your Life by Chris Guillebeau, I paused to contemplate my own quest. What did I love to do more than anything in the world? Barefoot water skiing. And just like...

Published Tue, Aug 23 2016 6:07 PM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

Filed under: barefooting, water skiing, barefoot water skiing, passion, travel, yurbuds, chris guillebeau, seth burgett, 50 for 50, missouri, 50 states, lake lotawana, fulfill your dreams, quest, 50 States for My 50's

Staying Open to Opportunities

“There are opportunities all around us–we just have to notice them.” When my daughter, Ren, decided to leave college to pursue an acting career, I was not exactly on board with the plan at first. The practical parent in me thought my...

Published Tue, Aug 09 2016 7:01 AM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

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Shine in Your Own Way

There’s only one you. At times, you may be filled with self-doubt. Fear might step in to block you on your path to success. You may think you’re not good enough, smart enough, strong enough or whatever “enough” is to do what...

Published Thu, Aug 04 2016 2:44 AM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

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All We Have is Right Now

I remember the day John Denver’s plane crashed. I was sitting in the family room nursing my newborn son, occasionally glancing at the news on TV. Suddenly John Denver’s smiling face appeared. It took a moment for the captioned words...

Published Mon, Jul 25 2016 6:33 AM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

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Creating a Life List

For many years, I crafted New Year’s resolutions that were forgotten by mid-February. I started off each year with good intentions, but I soon settled into the same old routine–and then meandered through life until the next eve of celebration...

Published Tue, Jun 14 2016 12:13 AM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

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A Living Memorial Instead of a Funeral

My mom didn’t want a funeral. She didn’t even want a memorial service. Mom was battling congestive heart failure. You can live a long time with this condition and no one really knows how fast or slow it can progress. And my mom was tough....

Published Mon, May 09 2016 7:41 AM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

Filed under: Inspirational Stuff, hospice, living memorial, how to celebrate the last days of life, last days of life, funeral

Why I Share My Meditation Moments

A few years ago I began sharing pictures I took during my “Meditation Moments”throughout the day. I shared them on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. I put a collection of them together in a book: Living with Passion . “It’s...

Published Tue, Apr 19 2016 2:34 PM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

Filed under: Inspirational Stuff, Meditation, meditation moments, zen

When Are You Going to Write Your Book?

“I want to write a book.” As a Passion Mentor, this dream comes up frequently when I ask people what their big dream is. Or their plan for the next year. Or the next five. Or their legacy. It always surprises me how long people have been carrying...

Published Tue, Mar 22 2016 6:13 AM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

Filed under: Inspirational Stuff, dreams, writing a book, james patterson, putting off for someday, dream of writing a book, i want to write a book, someday i will write a book. someday dreams, stephen king, carrie, marianne williamson

The Most Valuable Lesson I Learned From My Oldest Child

My oldest kiddo, David, was often on “hurricane cycle” when he was young. He would bounce from one activity to the next (like his Mom??) and leave a path of destruction in his wake. I once put the baby down for a nap and left David and Lauren...

Published Thu, Mar 17 2016 9:57 AM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

Filed under: life lessons, don't sweat the small stuff, Inspirational Stuff, motherhood, Patience

Say YES to Life

“Do you want to take a ride on a seaplane?” The text came from my friend Gordy, a seaplane pilot who does flying lessons in Florida. “Heck, yeah!” And that’s how I found myself flying over glassy lakes...

Published Wed, Mar 02 2016 7:14 AM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

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Turn Your Struggles, Dislikes, and Adversities Into Gifts

I have size 9 double wide feet. For many years while growing up, I hated my feet. I dreaded going shoe shopping as nothing ever fit. I always had to “break in” shoes. This meant enduring a painful fit until the leather finally (hopefully!...

Published Mon, Feb 22 2016 7:57 AM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

Filed under: Inspirational Stuff, attitude, wayne dyer, challenges, change the way you look at things, strengths, blessings, see the positive

What an ‘Old Lady’ Taught Me About Life

At the age of 44, I thought I was old. I felt old. I wasn’t looking forward to the years ahead. Aches. Pains. Wrinkles. Medicines. It seemed like everyone around me was slowing down and just going through the motions of each day, coasting until...

Published Thu, Feb 04 2016 12:16 PM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

Filed under: judy myers, karen putz, growing bolder, new book, People Living Passionately, lessons from an old lady, outside the wake, old lady, getting older, today show, aging

What My Daughter Taught Me About Passion

“Mom, I’m quitting college.” Not the words I wanted to hear, but I shouldn’t have been too surprised. My daughter, Ren, had a love/hate relationship with formalized education since she was in elementary school. I can remember some...

Published Wed, Jan 13 2016 12:16 PM by Ageless Passions by Karen Putz, The Passion Mentor

Filed under: passion, People Living Passionately, swing role, spring awakening, choose your passion, broadway debut, ren, follow your passion, do what you love

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Passion Quotes to Inspire You

The Ghost at the Lake House

50 States for My 50’s: Missouri

Staying Open to Opportunities

Shine in Your Own Way

All We Have is Right Now

Creating a Life List

A Living Memorial Instead of a Funeral

Why I Share My Meditation Moments

When Are You Going to Write Your Book?

The Most Valuable Lesson I Learned From My Oldest Child

Say YES to Life

Turn Your Struggles, Dislikes, and Adversities Into Gifts

What an ‘Old Lady’ Taught Me About Life

What My Daughter Taught Me About Passion