Fierce with Age Cohort: Let’s Talk about August Digest

Hi All,

Back from sabbatical…and feeling renewed!

As you might expect, I often have a “personal favorite” embedded in every issue of the Digest.  In case you missed it, here it is!

Now, what’s on your mind?  What would you like to talk about?

Carol:)

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“I RESIGN”

Dear God,

This letter is to inform you that, effective immediately, I resign my position as Saint.
I find I am lacking the necessary qualities and skills for the job.

I had deep concerns about the ability to perform the required duties, but was afraid to say no to a glamorous, powerful position.  In addition, the long hours are getting to me.

I also withdraw my request to train for your role as General  Manager of the Universe.  My skill set does not match the job duties…

At this time, I humbly apply for the position of Human…Should you need references, I can provide an extensive list of persons who can attest to my ability to be human…

Sincerely,
Aileen, Alaska

Reprinted from the January, 2011 issue of the Forum, magazine of Al-Anon, Alateen.

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About Carol Orsborn

Carol Orsborn, Ph.D. has written over 30 books including her critically-acclaimed Older, Wiser, Fiercer: The Wisdom Collection and The Spirituality of Age: A Seeker’s Guide to Growing Older with Dr. Robert L. Weber, which was awarded Gold in the Nautilus Book Awards in the category of Aging Consciously. She is founder and curator of Fierce with Age: The Archives of Boomer Wisdom, Inspiration and Spirituality housed at CarolOrsborn.com. She is host of the 2 leading book clubs in the field of conscious aging: Sage-ing International's live, virtual The Sage-ing Book Club and the in-person Conscious Aging Book Club, sponsored by Parnassus Books, Nashville. She received her doctorate in the History and Critical Theory of Religion from Vanderbilt University with specialization in the areas of adult spiritual development and ritual studies.