100 Year Stories
It’s Working for Her
If you’re currently planning to retire early, you might want to read about Ann Schroeder first. Only recently did Ann retire from her
100 Year Lifestyle
January 8, 2025
Tag: passion
Education 100
Social Clubs, Then and Now
Your parents probably belong to some kind of club. Maybe more than one. Throughout history, social clubs have played an integral role in
Dr. Eric Plasker
December 22, 2024
100 Year Stories
Do It Anyway
As we age, society often sends subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) messages about what is “appropriate” for certain life stages. You might hear that
100 Year Lifestyle
December 11, 2024
100 Year Stories
Still Loving the Magic
Hank Ameen is the longest working Disney employee. He’s a firefighter at Disneyland and has been for more than 62 years. At 92,
100 Year Lifestyle
November 27, 2024
Family 100
The Real Currencies of Life
In a world often obsessed with wealth and material success, it’s easy to lose sight of the things that truly matter. We work
Dr. Eric Plasker
November 3, 2024
100 Year Stories
Music Man
Monty Maizels just had his first symphony performed live. It’s a four movement piece titled “Seem Funny.” Originally composed by Monty on
100 Year Lifestyle
July 24, 2024
100 Year Stories
Record-Breaker
Emma Maria Mazzenga is a record-breaker. She currently holds five world records, nine European records, and 28 best performances in Italy, her home
100 Year Lifestyle
June 5, 2024
100 Year Stories
Eclipse Chaser
Being 105 years old means you’ve seen a lot of things in your lifetime. However, Laverne Biser hasn’t just focused on earthly goings
100 Year Lifestyle
May 9, 2024
100 Year Stories
Living at 100%
Amy Ettinger is living at 100%. She’s also only 49, and she’s been diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of cancer, uterine
100 Year Lifestyle
April 11, 2024
100 Year Stories
Spitfire
The plane was a Spitfire, Britain’s best loved WWII aircraft, and it was flying to raise money for a charity. The pilot was
100 Year Lifestyle
March 21, 2024
100 Year Stories
Dive In
Taghi Askari has never let anything keep him out of the water. At 100, he performed an exhibition dive at the 2024 World
100 Year Lifestyle
March 7, 2024
100 Year Stories
In a League of Her Own
Grace Malloy has been engaging in her favorite pastime since 1955. She took up bowling at the age of 32. Now, at 100,
100 Year Lifestyle
December 7, 2023
100 Year Stories
Making Up for Lost Time
Joy France spent her childhood walking to school with her hands over her eyes. She believed that way she could go totally unnoticed.
100 Year Lifestyle
October 12, 2023
100 Year Stories
On His Way
Joe Delfausse isn’t a centenarian, yet. But he’s well on his way. While he’s only 82, he’s clearly living his 100 Year Lifestyle. He’s
Dr. Eric Plasker
September 28, 2023
100 Year Stories
Flying High
John Hartness has been flying high since he was 16 years old. So, it’s no wonder that he took to the sky to
Dr. Eric Plasker
September 7, 2023
100 Year Stories
Colette’s Secrets
Colette Maze is a 109-year-old French pianist. Not was, is. She plays passionately and well, and Debussy no less. Debussy is known as
Dr. Eric Plasker
August 31, 2023
100 Year Stories
An Old Friend
He’s being referred to as a “veteran U.S. diplomat” and an “old friend” of the Chinese. They are talking about how Henry Kissinger
Dr. Eric Plasker
August 17, 2023
100 Year Stories
Unwavering Commitment
Cliff Byfield is a legend. He’s renowned for his unwavering commitment to the timeless beauty and artistry of classic cars. Unquestionable, he is
Dr. Eric Plasker
July 6, 2023
100 Year Stories
Life’s a Circus!
Three months before her 100th birthday, Annie Duplock, former circus worker, checked an item off her bucket list. She took center stage at the Zippos
Dr. Eric Plasker
June 8, 2023
100 Year Stories
Adaptability is My Superpower
Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt is truly one of a kind. She’s a 103-year-old nun who wakes up at 5 a.m. and starts her day
Dr. Eric Plasker
March 2, 2023
100 Year Stories
A Story to Tell
Centenarian Steve Gatensbury has written and self-published 36 books since his retirement in 1989. They range from historical to poetry. Clearly, Steve is a
Dr. Eric Plasker
February 23, 2023
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Purpose Gives Life Meaning
It was Charles Henry Parkhurst who said that “purpose is what gives life meaning.” Purpose is your main life motivation – the reason you
Dr. Eric Plasker
February 5, 2023
100 Year Stories
Busy Fingers
“As long as our fingers remain busy in doing work, our mind will stay active and our body youthful and this is key
Dr. Eric Plasker
January 12, 2023
Change Your Life
Your Next Big Thing
Are you hibernating this winter? Are you basking in the holiday feeling? Or are you thinking ahead to the New Year and ready
Dr. Eric Plasker
December 25, 2022
Leadership 100
Speak Up!
At 100 Year Lifestyle, we do not believe that you should put your wisdom, experience, and passion on the shelf just because you’re
Dr. Eric Plasker
May 29, 2022
Change Your Life
Eliminate Destructive Habit Patterns
Habits and Destructive Patterns Habits and patterns are either constructive or destructive. Here are three Destructive Habit Patterns to avoid or eliminate if
Dr. Eric Plasker
April 21, 2022
Change Your Life
From Complacency to Passion
There is nothing wrong with complacency on occasion. However as a habit or a lifestyle, it can erode your self-esteem and personal confidence.
Dr. Eric Plasker
April 21, 2022
Finance 100
Capitalize on Your Passions
Studies show that seniors engaged in artistic pursuits are actually improving their health. Yet, don’t pursue lifelong learning and creativity simply to produce
Dr. Eric Plasker
January 28, 2021
Leadership 100
Handstand Happiness
Passion is the hallmark of a life well-lived. In the case of Dr. Debra Bell, owner of Whole Family Chiropractic in Cary, NC,
Dr. Debra Bell
July 19, 2020
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Why “Me Time” Is So Important
As I sat here composing this blog, it struck me that we just don’t have much time for creativity anymore. Between our work, families, electronics,
Dr. Patrick Porter
March 3, 2020