The purpose of this site is to share meaningful ideas, strategies and stories to improve relationships, sustain happiness and create lasting success for the rest of our lives.
Too often we get stuck in the past and focus on regret and disappointments. In order to create the life we want and deserve, we need to look ahead and embrace what is in front of us; what is waiting for us – what is next in our lives!
The first step in improving or changing our lives is to make the decision to do so. Nothing changes until the choice is made to begin changing. It begins with taking that first step out of our comfort zones. Even though fear and doubt may exist in the fringe right outside of our comfort zones, personal growth and happiness live on the other side.
I invite you to take the first step and begin the process of creating an awesome, incredible and fulfilling life. After all, it’s not how you start, it’s how you finish.
Who is Alex Blackwell?
Alex Blackwell is the creator of this website. Alex Blackwell is an ordinary man who has the ability to see the best in people and the world around him. He writes about the moments in our lives, which at the time may not seem very significant, but later prove to have an extraordinary impact on us and helps to shape and create the life we want. Read more about him on the About page.
Getting Started
All of the content of this website is free. The primary focus is improving intimate relationships and personal development. You may want to begin by reading the artciles included in Best of The Next 45 Years or check out some of the Recent Posts to see the type of content found here. Please take your time and know you are only a few clicks away from finding what you might be looking for on this site.
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All readers are invited to submit life-changing and inspirational articles to The Next 45 Years. If you would like to share a story which has made a significant impact in your life, please email me at calexblackwell@aol.com. Please consider the following before submitting:
1. Your article must be 100% original and never before published on any website or blog – including your own.
2. Contributing articles is a great way for new bloggers to gain exposure and links. You will receive a byline and a link back to your site.
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