October 2009 Editorial Print E-mail
Written by Art Villafane   
Tuesday, 29 September 2009

It is an understatement to say that jobs are on everyone’s minds. Many of us are faced with job and career changes that occur due to our efforts or by events outside of our control.

This month our feature article is on career changing – focusing on a plan to help guide you. This aid can help you prepare and manage this sometimes stressful event.

Steve Domitrecz is back with another article on energy saving ideas that can put dollars in your pocket, and that are kind to the environment. On the health side we have articles on proper shoe fittings, and an important statement by Senator Pat Browne on the H1N1 flu vaccine program.

On the finance side we discuss cool weather strategies and the state’s LIHEAP program which helps seniors in need of financial support for the heating bills. An article on adult care      services and more on the issues confronting the “sandwich generation” round out our offerings this month.

As mentioned previously I started an exercise program. I had the program interrupted due to a number of serious family issues, but I am back on track now. Anyone who has done regular exercise will tell you that being interrupted for any length of time can easily kill motivation. Getting back is hard, but I know that, and I am more determined than ever to “suck it up” so I can “pump it up”.

My point is that perseverance is the key to success in almost everything. If you are thinking about starting an exercise program, or something bigger like a career change, keep in mind that persistence is the key. When your body or your mind says “take a day off”, ignore the temptation and keep going forward. It works for exercise and it works in life. See you next month.

Art Villafane
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