Embracing Life in Our Later Years
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Presented by Helen Wilkes
George Bernard Shaw once wrote that life is “a sort of splendid torch… and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations.” These words have inspired Helen for nearly 25 years, reminding her of the richness available to us later in life. Her talk reflects on what it means to embrace life fully, to live with intention, and to contribute to the well-being of those who follow us—ensuring that the torch we hold continues to shine brightly.
Helen Wilkes is a retired educator and activist grandmother. Born in Czechoslovakia, she escaped with her parents during the Nazi occupation and began a new life in Canada. She is the author of two books: the award-winning Letters from the Lost: A Memoir of Discovery and The Aging of Aquarius: Igniting Passion & Purpose as an Elder.
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