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DON’T RETIRE, REWIRE! (Our motto for this year)
Welcome to 2025! At Wake Up, Shake Up, Thrive, much of our work in 2024 focused on helping the empowered 55+ generation “rewire” their thinking
Ellen Kocher
January 8, 2025
Positive aging
Why Going Back to School After 50 is Such a Wise Choice!
September is a time when many young people go back to school. Formal education is often associated with young individuals, however, the idea of returning
Ellen Kocher
October 29, 2023
Disruptive thinking
Don’t Grow Old – Read Real Books!
83% of the Swiss population reads books representing the third source of media in Switzerland — behind surfing the internet for news, watching movies, and listening to
Ellen Kocher
October 29, 2023
Disruptive thinking
“Artificial Intelligence (AI)” or “Dumb Realities (DR)?”
Wake-Up! Artificial intelligence or “AI.” What an odd name. Is it truly “artificial” — as opposed to “reality”? Is it truly “intelligent” — as opposed
Ellen Kocher
October 29, 2023
Well-being
How to live longer and better through Friendships and Passions!
We examine why community relationships are important and why strengthening them after age 50+ contributes to longevity, health, and wellness.
Dominique Ben Dhao & Ellen Kocher
June 8, 2023
Aging Workforce
A Mother’s Day Conversation: What’s happening with moms over age 50 in the workforce?
A look at how women 50+ are tackling challenges at work and what employers can do to help them thrive
Dominique Ben Dhao & Ellen Kocher
May 4, 2023
Quarterly review
2023 1st Quarter WUSUT Review
The Quarter in Review from Wake Up, Shake Up, Thrive! What do Roman gods have to do with amplifying your time and energy? As we
Dominique Ben Dhao & Ellen Kocher
April 4, 2023