A 102-Year-Old Woman’s Secrets to a Long, Happy Life

— The Freelance Connection

An inspiring story came across my path about a 102-year-old who shared her secrets to a long, happy life. 😊

Her advice aligns well with the benefits of freelancing, especially for those looking to transition into a new chapter of life. 📚

Here are some key 🔑 takeaways from her and how they relate to freelancing:

 Tip #1 -- Staying Active: 🕺Freelancing keeps you mentally and physically engaged. Whether writing, consulting, or designing, your brain remains sharp, and you stay active. 

Tip #2 -- Purpose and Passion: 🔥Like the centenarian, finding purpose is crucial. She says, “I’d be very, very sad if I didn’t feel I was helping people to have a better life.” Freelancing allows you to leverage your established skills and talents to pursue projects that genuinely matter to you and help others. 

Tip #3 -- Adaptability: 🖖🏻Freelancing teaches you to be adaptable. You’ll learn new tools, work with diverse clients, and continuously grow and adapt. 

Tip #4 -- Positive Connections: 👍🏻Building relationships is critical. As a freelancer, you’ll connect with clients, other freelancers, and mentors, creating a supportive and enriching network. 

Tip #5 – Mindset: 🧘🏻‍A positive attitude is essential. Freelancing empowers you to live the life you want, whether it’s quitting a job, planning your next step, traveling, or just doing what you want when you want. 

Freelancing is more than just a way to earn money; it’s a path to a fulfilling and flexible lifestyle, allowing you to live and work where and when you want. 

Wishing you an inspiring and fulfilling journey, 

Jeanne 🌺

 

Jeanne Bellew

Jeanne Bellew is a Barefoot Consultants® Certified Freelance Coach living abroad.

With 30 years of coaching experience, she guides individuals aged 50+ in navigating the next chapter of life through freelancing—whether to earn an income, stay engaged, find purpose, travel, or live abroad.
Jeanne empowers her clients to embrace their strengths, explore new opportunities, and confidently step into what's next.

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