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Has Your Neon Faded to Neutral? Why So Many Women Are Feeling Invisible in Their Own Lives

By Kurt Smith September 12, 2023

Let’s be honest – you’ve been the one keeping things running smoothly in the lives of your family for years. You’ve been partner, parent, taxi, cook, housekeeper, the only one who can keep the calendar, and likely in charge of food procurement…

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“So, What Do You Do All Day?” Retirement Question #1

By Ardith Bowman September 12, 2023

Many retired women tell me they get asked this question. The reaction to it can be a negative one. I have heard comments like, “Well, they wouldn’t ask me that if I were still working!” One of the most common responses I hear is, “Whatever I want!”

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How Do We Transition to a New Phase of Life?

By Ardith Bowman September 06, 2023

This article focuses on the transition out of full time work. The ideas also are relevant to anyone seeing 65 as a transition into a new phase of life. Let’s begin by framing the end of a full-time career as simply a transition in a continual sequence…

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Tackling the Fear Zone of “I Can’t”

By Maureen Atkinson July 11, 2023

Have you ever had a great idea about something new you wanted to try or place you wanted to go and then immediately thought, “I can’t possibly do that.”? We are very creative with our excuses…

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Being a Midlife Woman in America Today

By Deborah Voll July 09, 2023

Being a woman in midlife in America today is a transformative journey that encompasses both positive and challenging aspects. It is a time of self-discovery, growth, and empowerment. July is a great time to explore the joys and challenges…

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14 Beautiful Sundresses for Women Over 60

By Sandra Roussy June 08, 2023

I love sundresses! I can’t say it loud enough, and I can’t own enough of them. As I get older, I am noticing my taste in sundresses change. The ones that I now navigate towards are longer, offer a little more coverage, and I tend to also prefer…

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Would You Join a Book Club of Health Enthusiasts?

By Catherine Stifter June 06, 2023

Are you a book lover who enjoys reading about good ideas for living a long and healthy life? There are so many of us out here, tucked in with our books and a cup of tea or a glass of wine, all by ourselves. What if there was a place to talk…

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3 Phenomena Show There’s No Better Time for Living Than Now

By Darlene Corbett May 19, 2023

I’ve written on this theme many times, but I’ll repeat myself: There’s never a better time for living than now. You might ask why? What’s so great about getting older? Well, we have a choice: See our third portion of life as a privilege…

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You May Be Able to Live 7.5 Years Longer: Here’s How

By Michael MacDonald May 15, 2023

Would you like to add years to your life, years of quality living? Most of us would. There are several ways to do this. Exercise, diet and stress reduction are common strategies, for people of any age, but they are not the only ones…

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Swimsuits for Older Women: How to Find a Flattering Bathing Suit

By Sixty and Me May 12, 2023

How does a woman over 60 find a comfortable and fashionable bathing suit that will cover up a little unwanted weight? Where can she find a style that creates a flattering look? Fortunately, in recent years, designers have started to think about how to create swimwear that meets our needs. They still haven’t taken the step of showing older women in their advertising, but, that’s another story. So, if you’re looking to hit the beach this summer, here are a few places to look for flattering bathing suits for women over 50.

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