With mind and body operating in concert, the independent journey continues in an earnest search for that way of living which resonates. Family, friends, society, culture and more offer opportunities and distractions. A time of discovery, disappointments, delights and a need for resolve, it is the knight's grail quest personified, excepting this new way includes women, too, although many men are ignorant of the fact.

My adventure was tumultuous. A techno-geek in the sixties, my sales focus led me through several companies in six cities over a twelve year period. We settle in Florida to sell custom designed communications products for customers to integrate in their products. It seemed to be the ideal job, my grail... but it didn't last.

How about you? What was happening in your life in the time zone near forty? It's been a pivotal time for many. If you want to check the premise, read the biographies of those you think lived life fully. My favorites include Lincoln, Truman, Eleanor Roosevelt, Rosa Parks, Mom, Dad and more.

Remember, this model is an idea unsupported by research, but it does parallel life's unfolding for many. If not yours, so what. No idea is ubiquitous... except my wife's.

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