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Margaret Manning is the founder of Sixty and Me. She is an entrepreneur, author and speaker. Margaret is passionate about building dynamic and engaged communities that improve lives and change perceptions. Margaret can be contacted at margaret@sixtyandme.com

Latest Posts By Margaret Manning

7 years ago

Are You Willing to Take More Risks to Find True Happiness?

Over the course of our lives, we are taught many lessons. We learn that some people can’t be trusted. Most of us discover, the hard way, that life isn’t “fair.” We learn that most black and white issues are actually colored by rainbows of complexity. Unfortunately, many of us respond to these “lessons” by becoming more cautious and risk-averse. Read More

7 years ago

Shhh… Don’t Tell Anyone This Secret for Applying Bronzer and Blush After 60!

Every time I sit down to talk with my good friend – and professional makeup artist – Ariane Poole, I know that I am about to embark on a fabulous learning adventure. And, in today’s interview, Ariane and I tackle a question that is on many of our minds as we get a little older – how to apply bronzer and blush in the most flattering (and speedy!) way. I hope that you find our conversation interesting and fun! Do you still use bronzer or blush? What are your favorite products or brands? What did you think of Ariane’s advice?

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7 years ago

My Secret Weapon for Dressing Well at Any Age

In many ways, we know that dressing well after 60 is no different than dressing well at any other age. But, today, I want to argue that there really is one thing that we can do, as older women, to look and feel like a million bucks. I hope that you find this secret weapon for dressing well after 60 interesting and fun! Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

7 years ago

4 Ways Keeping a Journal Can Help You to Find Happiness

Like many women my age, I spend hours in front of my computer every day. As the founder of Sixty and Me, it’s rare for me to type fewer than 2000 words before lunch. But, despite the fact that I am completely comfortable with technology, I still love my leather bound journal.

There is something about putting pen to paper that takes me to another world and makes all of my fears and worries fade away, if only for a moment. Do you feel the same? Read More

7 years ago

7 Ridiculously Easy Ways to Upgrade Your Casual Outfits

When it comes to fashion, have you ever found yourself having to make a tradeoff between comfort and style? Do you want to feel casual and still look like a million bucks? Then, today’s video is for you! In it, I give 7 super-simple suggestions for upgrading your casual outfits. I hope that you enjoy today’s discussion! Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

7 years ago

5 Reasons Travelling Out of Season in Southern France is a Great Option for Older Women

When I was in my early 20s, I took a spring break from college to explore some of the magical Greek islands. Unfortunately, thousands of other curious travelers had the same idea! Read More

7 years ago

Are We Too Old to Follow Our Bliss?

Someone once told me that “aging is profound.” I couldn’t agree more. And, while, aging can be profound and wonderful, the unfortunate truth is that it can also be so heavy that it ends up weighing down our dreams. So, today, I want to talk about how to lighten up a bit and follow your bliss in your 60s and better. I hope that you enjoy today’s video! Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

7 years ago

The Crazy Thing Most People Miss About Finding Happiness After 60

If you ask most people about what they are most afraid of as they approach retirement, they will probably tell you something like “running out of money.” And, while financial concerns are certainly important, I know from personal experience that a lack of passion and purpose can hurt just as much! In fact, it was my desire to give back to the world that convinced me to start Sixty and Me… a decision that changed my life forever! Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

7 years ago

Finding Happiness: Do You Have What You Want? Or Do You Want What You Have?

One of the most frustrating things about retirement and semi-retirement is that we finally have more time to explore our passions… just as our income starts to drop! So, today, I’d love to talk about how to find the right balance between struggling for more abundance vs. just learning to want what you already have. I hope that you find today’s video inspiring and useful! Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

7 years ago

3 Pro Tips for Taking Care of Your Dry Hands and Cuticles

One of the challenges that many of us face as we get a little older is dry skin – particularly on our face and hands. This may seem like a small issue in the great scheme of things, but, it really can make a difference (even if just subconsciously) on a daily basis. So, to dig into this issue, I just recorded a video with my good friend, Ariane Poole. In it, we discuss 3 pro tips for taking care of your dry hands and cuticles after 60. Join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More