Second Act Stories

Real stories from people designing their second act — personal reflections, case studies, and honest takes on what retirement and reinvention actually look like.

I applied the principle of radical acceptance to my life for two weeks — here’s how it transformed my happiness and productivity

As a philosopher and writer, I’ve always been intrigued by different concepts and principles that can transform our lives. So when I came across the principle of radical acceptance, I couldn’t resist giving it a go. This intriguing concept, rooted in mindfulness and eastern philosophy, promotes the acceptance of things as they are — not …

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