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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

8 years ago

Tips for Retiring Abroad from the Sixty and Me Community

A few years ago, I left my comfortable life in Seattle, Washington, to relocate to Switzerland. Technically, I wasn’t “retiring abroad.” As the founder of Sixty and Me, I was still busy for most of the day. I was also continuing to work as a freelance consultant. So, perhaps, “semi-retirement” would be a more accurate description. Read More

8 years ago

Exploring the 3 A’s of Aging Well

Sixty and Me is a community of over 500,000 women. We come from different backgrounds and cultures. But, we all share one mission. To get the most from life. So, today, I want to share a fascinating article that offers “3 A’s” for aging well. I hope that you find it useful! We also have many other articles to share, on topics ranging from annuities to making friends. So, please check those out too! 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

8 years ago

Annuities for Seniors: Profitable or Pitfall?

Annuities seem to be the prized product of many insurance agents and brokers, but are they a wise investment? We ask a financial advisor and investing expert for the facts. Enjoy the show! Read More

8 years ago

6 Fun Tips for Feeling and Looking Pretty Darn Good

Are you a little bit tired of society associating beauty and happiness with youth? I am! So, today, I want to share an article that talks about a new way to approach looking and feeling pretty darn good at any age. More than just challenging aging stereotypes, this article also shares some specific tips for looking and feeling your best. So, I hope you will give it a quick read. 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

8 years ago

My Most Popular Makeup Video of All Time

Over the last few years, I have interviewed some fabulous makeup experts. But, until recently, I never thought about releasing my own makeup tutorial. So, you can imagine my surprise when the first makeup tutorial that I ever posted was viewed almost 500,000 times in just a few weeks! So, today, I’d love to share this video with you. I hope that you find it fun 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

8 years ago

Book of the Week: “The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society” – A Story of Resilience and Love

A few months ago, I found myself without my computer. It had been rushed to the “Apple ER” for repairs and I was told it would be five working days before I’d see it again. Read More

8 years ago

What’s New in Your World? August 25, 2018

Hi everyone! Here are the biggest news stories for August 25, 2018 along with a few of my own thoughts. I also have a fascinating question to ask all of you about how you deal with stress. I hope that you will join the discussion! Read More

8 years ago

Happy 88th Birthday, Sean Connery!

Sean Connery was born in 1930 in Edinburgh, Scotland, which just happens to be where my youngest son lives.

Today, on August 25th, he is 88 years old, so, I would love to wish him a very “Happy Birthday” on behalf of all the women in our Sixty and Me community – not only because he is an acting icon for our generation, but, because he is a man of deep character, who is aging his unique and wonderful way. Read More

8 years ago

Christopher Robin, Avoiding Excuses and the Power of Retreats

I hope that you are having a wonderful day today! The weather in my part of the world turned refreshingly cool today, so, in celebration of the colder weather, I am drinking a three-mint tea this morning. It’s super yummy! So, today, we have some great articles to share. We will talk about the new Christopher Robin film. Then, we’ll discuss how excuses can hold us back in our 60s. And, in today’s video, I will share why I believe that retreats can be a great way to reset and reconnect with yourself. And, these are just a few of today’s topics! 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

8 years ago

Skynet or Safety Net? Can Robots Help Older Adults to Live Happier, Healthier Lives? You Bet!

When I first saw the movie “Her”, about a man who falls in love with an intelligent computer operating system, I knew the world of human relationships was going through a fascinating social transformation. The bizarre thing was that as I watched the movie, I started to understand and appreciate the positive aspects of having “someone” care about you – even if they were not real. Read More