Intergenerate!
Don’t segregate!
I’ve always loved connecting meaningfully with people of different generations. In my 20s I created a successful counseling program for older adults. I was a bit audacious to be a “young” counselor of “older” adults, and yet the experience was beautiful and rewarding all around.
In this photo you see the peer counselors that I trained in that program with my friend Kathy at University of Arizona. 
One of my areas of research emphasis was gerontology and counseling . That’s me on the right on the monkey bars. 
Today, in my zoom Sunday class moms and daughters and dads from all over the country practice yoga with me.
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Hi Bonnie!
Just stumbled upon your page while doing some research in offerings for restorative yoga teacher training here in Tucson and was really moved by your post! Sychronistically, I after 10 years working as a Certified Nurses Assistant, are moving to a position in restorative care.
I have been passionate about yoga and the benefits of intentional movement for over half of my life now, as well and equally as I have been passionate about my career in the nursing industry, especially with the ederly. I finally feel like I have an opportunity to really integrate aspects of restorative yoga into my care program with my residents.
In any case, thank you for the service you have provided and continue to provide and thank you for sharing your story and serving as a messenger of affirmation for me in this new endeavor.
infintite gratitude,
Elsa ~
Elsa, Thank you for reading this post and your kind words. I love hearing about the creative work you are doing with elders. It is truly a privilege and I’m sure you are making a profound difference in their lives with your creativity and energy. Brava!!
warmly, Bonnie
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