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2 years ago

Divorced and Over 50? How to Put Yourself First Without Guilt

Many divorced women over 50 struggle to move on because they are still plagued by feelings of guilt, selfishness, and that they “don’t deserve it.” Whether it’s the messaging you received throughout your – that your role as a wife and mother…

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2 years ago

Revisiting Ancient Myths: Timeless Wisdom for Modern Life

Ancient myths, far from being relics of the past, offer invaluable insights into the human condition. These perennial narratives distill complex experiences, providing guidance to navigate life’s choices, struggles, and triumphs…

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2 years ago

The Baker’s Dozen (or 13) of Ways to Change Your Mindset and Your Outlook on Life

Do you ever have those days when you just want to crawl back into bed instead of going to work or ticking off your to do list? Or how about wanting to escape to a deserted island and leave all the trappings of 21st century life behind? These are just a few examples…

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2 years ago

What Do We Lose When We’re Always Racing to the Next Thing

Now that we’re officially in the embrace of autumn, I can reflect back on this real “mixed bag” of a summer. I was able to spend lots of great time with my grandchildren. We had a wonderful family week at the lake. There were a lot of happy days to be grateful for…

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2 years ago

7 Steps to Reclaim Your Power from the Media

Those of us who are 60 and over are part of the first generation born and raised in what is often referred to as the Golden Age of Consumerism. For several decades, we were the primary targets of messaging from the media and all forms of entertainment…

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2 years ago

How Painting Can Calm Your Mood and Create a More Positive Attitude to Life After 60

Everything in our life changes as we age and start on the journey of our last chapter in life. We have to pay more attention to what we eat, our exercise, our daily life and even our thoughts. Days often do not take care of themselves with a set routine…

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2 years ago

Don’t Wait for the Perfect Moment – Make Your Moments Perfect

The older I get, the more I believe the adage “happiness is an inside job.” Life doesn’t seem to generously dish up the thrills and emotional highs it once did when I was part of a greater social scene and professional community. And in talking with my woman friends…

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2 years ago

Can We Bloom Again in Our 70s?

This morning, I walked out onto my lovely balcony garden with its potted plants and herbs alongside some colourful patio furniture. This small seating area with its stellar views has been my happy place during the hot summer months, and I’ve enjoyed many morning…

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2 years ago

Coping with Grief: Take Your Time 

They say that time is a healer, but it is you who learns to heal, through time. You become a master of how to avoid the pain that seems to be in every cell in your body. You slowly learn that crying all day leads to constant headaches, fatigue…

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2 years ago

Curiosity: Keeping Life Interesting

Curiosity is one of the most powerful traits we can nurture, and it enriches our lives in countless ways. It’s that never-ending thirst for knowledge, the drive to understand more deeply, and the spark that keeps life interesting…

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