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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

9 years ago

Thinking About Taking a Baltic Cruise? Read This First!

Sailing up the north-most parts of Europe fills your lungs with fresh air and your mind with vivid scenery. Which way do you go? Join us in conversation with cruise journalist Jane Archer to find more about Norway and Baltic cruise opportunities. Enjoy the show! Read More

9 years ago

Being a Cavewoman May Save Your Brain After 60… No, Seriously!

When you think of healthy ageing, what comes to mind? Author and psychiatrist John Ratey explores the components of healthy ageing that we all must incorporate in our lives. Enjoy the show! Read More

9 years ago

Is Money on Your Mind? My Story and Some Advice

Most of us dream about achieving financial freedom by the time we reach our 60s. Unfortunately, this is not always possible. But, it’s not all bad news. We actually have the ability to take control of our financial future, no matter how old we are. Today, I’d like to share a bit of my own story. Then, I’d love to give you 5 tips that financial expert, Allan Roth, gave me when we spoke a few weeks ago. Come 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

9 years ago

4 Ways Balance Exercises Can Change Your Life After 50

In my experience, most older adults don’t think about the importance of balance exercises until they have a scare. Perhaps, like me, they experience a fall. Or, maybe they see an older relative struggling to stay independent because of his or her lack of balance. Read More

9 years ago

How to Stay Healthy, Agile and Strong After 60

Do you ever feel frustrated that you will never get to see all of the wonderful things that this world has to offer? I do! It seems like there are so many beautiful places to visit… and not enough time to get to each of them! Well, today, I want to talk about how to increase the time you have on this planet by staying healthy, agile and strong. Come 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

9 years ago

3 Ways Playing the Lottery Kills Your Future – We’re Old Enough to Know Better!

What’s the point of writing an article about the evils of playing the lotter for older adults? Surely, by the time we reach our 50s and 60s, we have learned that gambling is the absolute worst way to get rich. Read More

9 years ago

Want to Improve Your Fitness After 50? Start with Your Balance!

I’m not going to sugar-coat it – achieving a high level of physical fitness after 50 is tough. As the founder of Sixty and Me, a community of over 500,000 baby boomer women, I have seen firsthand how people our age struggle to lose weight, strengthen our bodies, get flexible and improve our physical appearance. Read More

9 years ago

Why is Ageism the Last Acceptable “Ism,” and What Can We Do About it?

Every time I hear a story about a woman who lost her job in her 60s, despite being a high-performer, I ask myself, “why the heck is ageism the last acceptable ism?” Why is it that almost every other group is protected (at least in theory) from discrimination, but, older adults are treated like disposable objects by companies around the world? Join Dr. Bill Thomas and I as we discuss ageism… and what to do about it. Read More

9 years ago

Is Your Technology Addiction Stopping You from Finding Happiness in Life After 60

How many times a day do you check your phone? Ten times? Fifty? In today’s “always on” world, we are constantly bombarded by sounds and sights; many of which come from the devices that we choose to carry. Read More

9 years ago

4 Exciting Ways Society’s Concept of Aging Will Change in Our Lifetime

Society isn’t at all positive about aging. How do you keep your own attitude positive as the years go by? Join us in conversation with Dr. Bill Thomas who has some exciting views to share. Enjoy the show! Read More