In their 69 long years of marriage, Laura and Leo Cornfeld have traveled around the world collecting artifacts and memories.
Laura and Leo Cornfeld.
Their travels have brought them to the ruins of Athens, the bustling streets of Bangkok, Paris, Guam, China, Japan, and more. All the while they've accumulated treasured objects — a model boat, a drum filled with seeds, a geisha doll — that serve as reminders of the many adventures they've been on together.
"Travel has been a very sweet spot in our lives," explains Leo Cornfeld in a new video by Upworthy.
The Cornfelds are eager to see more of the world, but have come to terms with the fact that their traveling days are probably over.
"I'd love to go back to Japan," says Leo. "And I'd love to visit Guam again." Unfortunately, at 90 years old, Laura and Leo's mobility is limited. It can be difficult for them to just go to get groceries, let alone take a weeklong excursion to southeast Asia.
So the Cornfelds spend a lot of time in their home in Rye, New York, keeping each other company. Their artifacts and memories are all that's left of nearly 70 years of adventure.
Enter Nathan Windsor and a virtual reality headset.
Windsor has worked with seniors doing music therapy for the last 12 years. Recently, he's started incorporating virtual reality into his work.
He offered the Cornfelds a unique opportunity to see the world without ever leaving their house. Thanks to modern technology and a little bit of movie magic, Laura and Leo were able to travel together again — virtually.
With nothing but some VR goggles and headphones, Windsor set up an experience that transported the couple right back to some of their favorite spots in the world.
It was like they were really there, on the beaches of Guam...
Or gliding across the ocean in Havana...
Virtual reality is one-of-a-kind technology that has the power to truly transport people to places beyond their reach.
While it's currently being incorporated into video games and movies, many people are recognizing its potential to dig a little deeper than entertainment in order to have an effect on people's lives.
"You're getting to relive memory," Windsor explains in the video. "You're getting to relive a moment in time that you had in your life that you could no longer access because you can't get there physically."
People in the medical community are already looking for ways to use VR's unique capabilities to address mental health. "My mission is to drag psychology kicking and screaming into the 21st century," Skip Rizzo, a psychologist who experiments with virtual reality to treat PTSD in combat veterans, told ABC news.
For the Cornfelds, the VR vacation was a ticket to their most cherished memories and a reminder of how lucky they were to experience them together.
"At my age, I have no regrets," says Laura. "It's been a good life and we've been very fortunate."
"We traveled the globe," Leo adds. "Two kids who hardly had any experiences in life; we've been around the world."
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12 non-threatening leadership strategies for women
We mustn't hurt a man's feelings.
Men and the feels.
Note: This an excerpt is from Sarah Cooper's book, How to Be Successful Without Hurting Men's Feelings.
In this fast-paced business world, female leaders need to make sure they're not perceived as pushy, aggressive, or competent.
One way to do that is to alter your leadership style to account for the fragile male ego.
Should men accept powerful women and not feel threatened by them? Yes. Is that asking too much?
IS IT?
Sorry, I didn't mean to get aggressive there. Anyhoo, here are twelve non-threatening leadership strategies for women.
Encourage.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When setting a deadline, ask your coworker what he thinks of doing something, instead of just asking him to get it done. This makes him feel less like you're telling him what to do and more like you care about his opinions.
Sharing ideas.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When sharing your ideas, overconfidence is a killer. You don't want your male coworkers to think you're getting all uppity. Instead, downplay your ideas as just "thinking out loud," "throwing something out there," or sharing something "dumb," "random," or "crazy."
Email requests.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Pepper your emails with exclamation marks and emojis so you don't come across as too clear or direct. Your lack of efficient communication will make you seem more approachable.
Idea sharing.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
If a male coworker steals your idea in a meeting, thank him for it. Give him kudos for how he explained your idea so clearly. And let's face it, no one might've ever heard it if he hadn't repeated it.
Sexism.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When you hear a sexist comment, the awkward laugh is key. Practice your awkward laugh at home, with your friends and family, and in the mirror. Make sure you sound truly delighted even as your soul is dying inside.
Mansplain.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Men love explaining things. But when he's explaining something and you already know that, it might be tempting to say, "I already know that." Instead, have him explain it to you over and over again. It will make him feel useful and will give you some time to think about how to avoid him in the future.
Mistakes.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Pointing out a mistake is always risky so it's important to always apologize for noticing the mistake and then make sure that no one thinks you're too sure about it. People will appreciate your "hey what do I know?!" sensibilities.
Promotions.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Asking your manager for a promotion could make you seem power- hungry, opportunistic, and transparent. Instead, ask a male coworker to vouch for you. Have your coworker tell your manager you'd be great for the role even though you don't really want it. This will make you more likely to actually get that promotion.
Rude.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Sometimes not everyone is properly introduced at the start of a meeting. Don't take it personally even if it happens to you all the time, and certainly don't stop the meeting from moving forward to introduce yourself. Sending a quick note afterward is the best way to introduce yourself without seeming too self-important.
Interruptions.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When you get interrupted, you might be tempted to just continue talking or even ask if you can finish what you were saying. This is treacherous territory. Instead, simply stop talking. The path of least resistance is silence.
Collaboration.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When collaborating with a man, type using only one finger. Skill and speed are very off-putting.
Disagreements.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
When all else fails, wear a mustache so everyone sees you as more man-like. This will cancel out any need to change your leadership style. In fact, you may even get a quick promotion!
In conclusion...
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
Many women have discovered the secret power of non-threatening leadership. We call it a "secret power" because no one else actually knows about it. We keep our power hidden within ourselves so that it doesn't frighten and intimidate others. That's what makes us the true unsung heroes of the corporate world.
About the Author: Sarah Cooper
Sarah Cooper is a writer, comedian, and author of 100 Tricks to Appear Smart in Meetings. Her new book, How to Be Successful Without Hurting Men's Feelings, is out now.
The comedic book cover.
With permission from Sarah Cooper.
A satirical take on what it's like to be a woman in the workplace, Cooper draws from her experience as a former executive in the world of tech (she's a former Googler and Yahooer). You can get the book here.
This article was originally published on March 25, 2019.