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23 JUNE
Embrace the Season You’re Currently In LIFE IS FOREVER CHANGING!
Can you believe we are already at the halfway point of 2023? It’s mind-blowing to comprehend that time has flown by this quickly! Because we are entering the middle of the year, now is a great time to discuss change. You can never avoid change — it’s all around you! The time, weather, and seasons are constantly changing, and perhaps you had to make adjustments in your life as well. Maybe you are still pursuing your New Year’s resolutions; are you still on track? Or did you need to modify some goals? Did you recently
experience a life change? Ironically, the only thing in life that doesn’t change is the fact that everything around you, including yourself, will undergo changes at some point in time. If you ask someone how they view the concept of change, some people will say they despise it — and you may be one of them! As humans, we love remaining comfortable, stagnant, and constant. We like to know what to expect, when the event or circumstance will happen, and if we have enough time to prepare. But unfortunately, life
“Are you going to view change as a way for you to improve and enhance your skills? Or will you let the fear of change consume you? The choice is yours.”
values, I begin taking steps to help adjust to this incident so my actions toward the change can align with my beliefs.
I understand how frustrating it can be to make a plan, then have a change throw a wrench into everything you worked on. In the words of Mike Tyson: “Everyone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.” But I promise things will be alright — adjust, adapt, and overcome any situation that stands in your way. We can’t control life; we can only live within it and roll with whatever is thrown at us. I know that the uncertainty of life can be intimidating. But instead of worrying about when change will happen, focus on enjoying life and embracing the season you’re currently in. The most exciting thing about life is that we are in control of what we make of it — so don’t let bumps in the road or changes to your plan hinder your experience. Embrace the change and strengthen your abilities! When change knocks on your front door, how do you typically respond to it? What strategies do you use to help you modify and adjust to these events? I would love to hear from you and bounce around various ideas!
won’t be as seamless as we envision and hope for it to be. And, if we continue to live a comfortable, unchanging life, how are we supposed to grow and improve? In every newsletter, I talk a lot about my goals, markers, and other methods that help me set a direction for my March to a Million. I also talk about the roadblocks and other obstacles in my path as I continue my pursuit. But I want you to know that change isn’t always negative — no matter how badly our brains want us to perceive it that way. The way you react and respond to change relies on your perspective. Are you going to view change as a way for you to improve and enhance your skills? Or will you let the fear of change consume you? The choice is yours. When change is thrown my way, I like to reflect and understand if it goes against my core beliefs and values. If it doesn’t, then I can view this change as an opportunity to enhance my skills and zero in on what I want to pursue. However, if the change goes against my
To embracing the season you’re currently in,
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LAURA BRAGG, LEAD LITIGATION PARALEGAL STAFF SPOTLIGHT:
many other types of cases. One thing that most people don’t know about me is that I actually studied ancient history and anthropology before deciding to become a paralegal. I love archeology and even have a tattoo in hieroglyphics. What is your favorite part of your job? My favorite part of my job is working on the vaccine act cases. It makes me feel good to be able to help an individual or their families be compensated for their injuries.
What do you do here at DuPont and Blumenstiel?
I started working here as a lead litigation paralegal in December 2022. My job is to complete intake paperwork for our clientele, supervise remote workers, and order all medical records that are needed for our cases. My typical workday consists of monitoring attorney Blumenstiel’s emails as well as my own and all our docketing emails. I also consistently check everyone’s calendars and case dockets to ensure that deadlines are properly met. What did you do before coming to work for us? I’ve worked at a few other large law firms in the Columbus area, and that experience has prepared me well for this position. I’ve handled personal injury, probate, estate, domestic litigation, and
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Are You Mentally Prepared for Retirement? You’re Going to Have a Lot of Free Time!
CREATE A BUCKET LIST. Now that you have more time on your hands, you can start doing things you’ve always wanted to do! To help you get started, write down a list of everything you want to do. Have you wanted to travel to another state or internationally? Are there restaurants, stores, or other activities you’ve always wanted to check out? Now is the time to visit them!
While creating an outline for your retirement helps prepare yourself and your family, people rarely discuss the mental adjustment you will make during this time.
what you love! Who knows, you may want to turn your hobbies into a business!
LEARN SOMETHING NEW. Obtaining knowledge is vital because it exercises your brain. If you ever wanted to learn a new language, instrument, technology, or something entirely different, now is your chance! Today, there are dozens of resources available for you to choose from. You can listen to educational podcasts or videos and even take courses on Study Hall, MasterClass, or Coursera. The possibilities are endless! Retirement is what you make it. Therefore, if you or someone you know needs help outlining your retirement goals and creating or updating your plan, please allow DuPont Wealth Solutions to assist you! We have access to tools and resources that can help you develop a plan so you can transition seamlessly into retirement.
It can be challenging to adjust to your new lifestyle when transitioning
from working every day for years to not working at all. You may feel lost, bored, confused, and that you’ve lost a sense of self. These feelings are normal — many people experience these emotions when they first enter retirement. But we promise things get better. All it takes is creating new routines and goals!
FIND A NEW HOBBY. Keeping yourself busy is
vital to having an enjoyable retirement. Remain engaged by focusing on your hobbies.
Most of your time before retirement was dedicated to your career, making it difficult to devote attention to other parts of your life. But now, you can dive deep into your passions and spend time doing
Here are three things you can do to ensure a secure, fun, and fulfilling retirement.
SUDOKU
CHERRY CHIA GREEK YOGURT BOWLS
Inspired by HungryHobby.net
Need a quick, healthy snack? Check out this protein-packed yogurt bowl.
Chia Seed Jam • INGREDIENTS
Greek Yogurt Bowl •
2 cups sweet cherries, pitted
1 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
3 tbsp chia seeds
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
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2 tbsp honey 1/4 cup water
1 tsp hemp seeds
1 tbsp granola
DIRECTIONS
Chia Seed Jam We suggest making the chia seed jam in advance and storing it in the refrigerator so you can quickly assemble these yogurt bowls all week. Using a potato masher, mash down the cherries. Place a small pot on high heat and add the cherries, chia seeds, honey, and water. Bring the mixture to a boil, then turn down the heat
and let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Allow jam to cool before using or refrigerate. Greek Yogurt Bowls In a small serving bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with vanilla extract. Top the Greek yogurt with 2 tbsp cherry chia seed jam, hemp seeds, granola, and a few additional cherries, if desired.
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Do You Fear or Embrace Change? PAGE 1 Meet Laura Bragg
Our Podcast
Client Appreciation PAGE 2 Don’t Forget to Make a Mental Adjustment!
Cherry Chia Greek Yogurt Bowls PAGE 3 Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My! PAGE 4
Monkey Around This Summer
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Summer is one of the best times of the year to travel. Kids
itself on hosting rare, endangered animals you can’t see elsewhere. It has the world’s largest nocturnal exhibit, and one of the major highlights is the Desert Dome, an 84,000-square-foot indoor desert that maintains an authentic desert ecosystem. This is a must-visit for any animal lover in your family. THE BRONX ZOO You don’t usually think about seeing exotic animals when you visit New York City, but the Bronx Zoo is one of the best places to view animals in America. Opened in 1899, the Bronx Zoo is responsible for many of the advancements relating to animal captivity. This was one of the first zoos to ditch cages for natural environments and create an animal hospital. With over 6,000 species, there’s an animal for everyone at the Bronx Zoo. THE LIVING DESERT ZOO AND GARDENS While the San Diego Zoo is often boasted as California’s largest and best zoo, another zoo is worth checking out. The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens outside Palm Springs has entertained visitors for decades. There are events at this zoo every day, one of the most popular being the keeper connections and animal encounters, where you get up close and personal with the animals while learning more about their habitats and lifestyles.
are out of school and want to do something fun every weekend, which can be difficult to
accommodate if you’ve already exhausted your local options. If you’re looking to travel, you can visit a beach, take in the sights and sounds of an amusement park, or spend some time with animals while visiting a zoo. Nearly every state in our country has a handful of zoos or aquariums, but some stand above the rest.
Here are three of the best zoos you can visit in the U.S.
OMAHA’S HENRY DOORLY ZOO AND AQUARIUM The Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha, Nebraska, is consistently ranked as one of the top five zoos in the world. It prides
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Everyone needs an Estate Plan. With everything that has happened recently, it’s time to make sure your Estate Planning is in good order. At this special event, you will learn how comprehensive Estate Planning can be used to protect your loved ones, provide care for yourself, and preserve your legacy for your family. • How do I know if a Will or Trust is right for my family? • How does probate work, how much does it cost, and why do most Ohio families try to avoid it?
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• Founder of DuPont Wealth Solutions, The Law Offices of DuPont and Blumenstiel, and The Wealth Solutions Network, a national network of Financial Advocate attorneys
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• Contributing author of best-selling book, The Recipe for Success with Jack Canfield • Greg is a regular guest on the show Retirement this Week which appears on ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX • He has been named one of Ohio's Top 100 Lawyers, and was recently named an Ohio Super Lawyer • In his leisure, Greg enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter, and golfing
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