Published on March 7, 2025

Boring Life😒 or Extraordinary Life😀? The Choice is Yours!

Greetings and may this blog post find you in amazing spirits, ignoring the Medicare scams and with your coverage 🏥working properly😄.

If your Medicare coverage ISN’T working, email Gray, Gray@TheBig65.com or book a time on my calendar.

March is the last month you can make changes on Medicare Advantage plans for 2025.

Look who had a birthday! Plato turned 10 🎂!

Quantz giving Plato the big black and white dog a slice of birthday cake with a candle on it.

We celebrated with fancy dog food and a couple of new toys.

Of course we love our kids but we really love our dogs, right🤣!

Quantz and Plato playing in the living room.

It seems like yesterday when Nicholas and I drove to the middle of nowhere Ohio and chose little puppy from the Old Order Mennonite breeder. Now the kids are grown and Plato is an old guy, just like us,😮. As my favorite saying goes:

Gettin’ old ain’t for sissies.

Nicholas holding a young Plato alongside a young Mennonite lady in black.

Last week, I shared the Swedish philosophy of Lagom, being content with having just enough.

This week I had the privilege of attending Certified Senior Advisor (& Ted Talk Presenter) Kelly O’Connor’s lecture on “The Longevity Lifestyle: Embrace and Nurture It in Your Life.”

Kelly O'Connor holding a microphone and clip board.

What does it take to live not just a long life, but a great one?

Kelly introduced The Ten Pillars of an Extraordinary Life, key areas that contribute to living longer, healthier, and happier lives:

A chart listing the 10 pillars of an extraordinary life.

Kelly shared actionable steps for building a lifestyle that promotes longevity, fulfillment, and overall well-being.

Purpose – A reason to get up in the morning.
Financial Well-Being – Planning ahead ensures security.
Community – Social connections improve health.
Spirituality – Faith, meditation, or reflection bring balance and peace.
Curiosity – Lifelong learning keeps the mind sharp.
Brain Health – Stimulation, diet, and exercise.
Advocacy – Taking charge of your health empowers independence.
Physical Health – Movement, nutrition, and self-care.
Mindset – A positive outlook improves resilience and happiness.
Mental Health – Stress management and self care support a fulfilling life.

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About the Author

Karl Bruns-Kyler is a licensed independent Medicare insurance broker with over 20 years of experience helping clients make confident, informed healthcare decisions. Based in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, Karl works with Medicare recipients across more than 30 states, offering personalized guidance to help them avoid costly mistakes, find the right coverage, and maximize their benefits. Connect on LinkedIn