Retirement Is Awful! 3 Tips to Get You on the Positive Side of That Experience
Everyone has complaints about their work, and often, retirement seems an idyllic time of freedom from schedules and appointments with far fewer responsibilities. But, as with all phases of life, there are good and bad facets…
Read MoreLasting Relationships with Family, Friends, Acquaintances, and Colleagues
In the fast-paced, ever-changing world we live in, lasting relationships have become increasingly precious and vital. These bonds are the cornerstone of our emotional well-being and are essential for our personal and professional growth…
Read More10 Ways to Thrive Despite Life’s Curveballs (+ Helpful Books)
Life at 60 and beyond is a unique chapter filled with wisdom and the potential for tremendous personal growth. Yet, it comes with its own set of challenges. We’re experiencing all kinds of loss unique to this life stage – aging bodies, cherished dreams…
Read MoreHow to Deal with Loneliness and Rejection in Later Life: A Guide to Rediscovering Your Strength and Confidence
It starts as just another typical morning. After completing your regular daily chores, you sit down to enjoy your customary cup of coffee alongside your husband of 45 years. Suddenly, out of nowhere, he drops a bombshell. He turns to you and announces…
Read More15 Must-Have Accessories for Adventure Travelers Over 50
Eight years ago, as I left my home country to explore the world, I meticulously dedicated several months to preparing for the unknown ahead. My choice was to do a lot of adventure traveling and not stay in 5-star hotels. Deliberating on the various…
Read MoreMy Second Act Dream is Flipping Houses. What’s Yours?
I am a sucker for a before and after transformation. My dream job would be to flip houses! What is something that you would do if time, money and resources wasn’t an issue? I would be looking for that one diamond in the rough piece…
Read MoreHow to Live an Active, Healthy Life with Osteoporosis
I met Joanna Brown last year, a few days after I was diagnosed with Osteoporosis. I was shocked by the news and searching for support and information. I knew instinctively I would need guidance as to how to move, work and exercise safely…
Read MoreWhy You’re Unhappy – 7 Things You Should Know
As we get caught up developing our careers and bringing up our families, we often think ahead of the time when we will have more time for ourselves. Those golden years of retirement – those years of leisure… and pleasure! If our expectations are too high…
Read MoreFinding Senior Sizzle – Debunking 6 Myths About Sex Over 60
I once read a book where the main female protagonist was relieved to turn 40 because it meant she was no longer obligated to have sex with her husband.
There are several things wrong with that depiction. One of the most glaring is that women in their 40s…
8 Ooey-Gooey Book Desserts Better than Robert-Redford-on-a-Stick
I lost 55-pounds in my early 40s and figured out how to maintain the loss for 18 years now. I call it a “forever-loss.” That said, one of my most favorite hacks is to make a deal with myself earlier in the morning that I’ll eat a tiny dinner at 6 p.m…
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