Traveling Solo in Mexico as an Older Woman
Mexico is not only Cancun, tacos, and margaritas on the beach. It is an immensely diverse country with palm-lined beaches, pine-covered mountains, magical towns (yes, they are called “Pueblos Magicos”), and also ultra-modern cities..
Read More10 Best Boho Dresses for Women Over 50
Do you like the bohemian look? It made its rise in popularity in the 1960s when the world experienced post-war freedom and vibrance. Fashion became eclectic and colorful, and people were defining their style with their clothing and hair more than ever before…
Read MoreWhen Food Is the Friendship: Why Healthy Eating in Midlife Can Feel So Scary (and What to Do About It)
You ever leave a restaurant, unbutton your pants in the car, and think, “Ugh! How did that happen?” You didn’t even want the chips. To be honest, they were a bit stale. You had a whole plan. You were going to “be good,” get the grilled chicken salad (no croutons, dressing on the side…
Read More‘But I Feel More Open and Creative When I Drink or Use Drugs’… And Other Damaging Myths
As I mentioned in a previous article, I would like to take a deeper dive into the damaging myth that drinking alcohol and/or taking drugs enhances one’s creativity. Before I gave up drugs and alcohol, I thought the only way I could be creative in any way was to be high on some substance…
Read More5 Hidden Brain Damaging Toxins Every Woman Over 50 Should Know About – and How to Detox Naturally
When I was younger, I never gave much thought to toxins and how they might be affecting my brain. But after watching my mom – and later, my partner Mark’s father – slip into dementia, I started asking hard questions. Could everyday exposures be quietly chipping away…
Read MoreHow to Hide Belly Fat Over 50
Most women gain belly fat during menopause and well into post-menopause. Our hourglass figures give way to a heavier middle section and, sometimes, excessive belly fat. This is caused by the reduction of female hormones…
Read MoreManage a Challenging but Fulfilled Life Outside Your Comfort Zone with These 3 Strategies
I just returned from a three-week trip to northern Spain and Portugal. Every day, every minute, I was living outside my comfort zone. Granted, I was having a fabulous time, given that I was encountering new people, places and things…
Read More10 Best Hiking Boots for Women Over 50
Finding the right hiking boots is important for women over 50 to ensure comfort, support, and safety on the trails. As we age, our feet may need more cushioning, better arch support, and reliable traction. The right pair of boots can make hiking more enjoyable…
Read More10 Lifestyle Tips for Decluttering Your Home After 60
All of us desire a clean, organized, and streamlined home. So why is it so challenging to keep our home as we desire it to be? As a woman over 60, I can attest to the challenges of streamlining and organizing my own home. Over the years, I have also heard…
Read MoreWhat’s on Your Bucket List and What Happens When You’ve Done It All?
As I write this, I’m in the back seat of a Toyota Land Cruiser, bumping along a dusty road in Kenya on the way to our next lodge. In a few hours, we’ll be on a game drive, hoping to spot lions, rhinos and, if we’re really lucky, one of those elusive leopards. An African safari has lived…
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