How important are dreams in refocusing the future?
LE: Dreams are important because they point us in a certain direction. Like memories anchor us to the past, dreams anchor us to the future. To me, it doesn’t really matter if all the dreams are reached. I’ve tried to avoid clichés, but here it comes – it’s all about the journey. Sorry. Read Cavafy’s poem Ithaka. He says it better than I ever will. RD: What tips do you have for midlife women today? LE: Have courage, courage, courage. Take healthy risks. Do lots of new things. Hang on to your sense of humor. Be grateful for every good check-up. Try to have grace when things don’t go your way. Have the confidence that you have earned with all your experience. Be kind. I’m not naïve. I know that huge obstacles are out there, both personally and collectively for the world we live in, but I also see that there is beauty and joy. Dr. Edelstein may be reached at: 1.edelstein @ sbcglobal.net.
