Of all the belief systems I have shared with you this year, Christianity is the one I’ve experienced most directly throughout my life. Suffice it to say, it’s been a complicated relationship. Raised in the Church of Scotland, I have gone through periods of dutiful attendance…
Read MoreI often hear grandparents say, “I love spending time with the toddler grands but am glad to give them back to their parents at the end of the day. I’m exhausted, they have so much energy!” If you’re wondering how to have more energy after 60, toddlers…
Read MoreIf I could characterize one theme for this coming season, it would simply be “minimalist but softer.” When we envision minimalism, we sometimes think “Classic.” But this doesn’t have to be the case, especially if your style isn’t very classic. It simply means that your outfit…
Read MoreOne issue with which many of my clients struggle is eating at night, after they have had dinner. I hear things like: “My husband and I watch TV and snack after dinner.” “I feel mildly hungry around 9-ish, and am afraid that if I don’t eat…
Read MoreOne of the most talked about subjects of our time and at this stage of our lives, is how to successfully navigate uncertain times so we can not only survive, but thrive in life. In Bruce Feiler’s book, Life Is in the Transitions, he refers to times…
Read MoreMost people think turning 60 is the beginning of slowing down – more pills, more aches, more “that’s just aging.” Yet, 60 can be your reset button. It can be the moment you feel more alive, more energetic, and more yourself than you did a decade ago. I’ve seen it in my own life. In my mid-60s…
Read MoreChances are you’ve spent more time planning the financial side of retirement than imagining what you want your life to feel like in this next chapter. And while that’s understandable, it’s also where many women get stuck. If you’ve been feeling both excited and uncertain…
Read MoreI recently visited the Ancient Khmer Empire of Angkor in Cambodia. A UNESCO World Heritage site, and an active archeological site for more than 100 years. This site is best known as Angkor Wat. We took the bus to Siem Reap from Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital…
Read MoreHave you ever stopped to consider how balance affects your daily activities? Until we notice changes in our balance, we think it’s only needed for gymnastics or ice skating. However, what many of us don’t realize is how crucial balance is for everyday activities…
Read MoreMany of us love to travel, but we don’t like the hassles that can come with it. Travel can involve long days, unexpected delays, missed connections and long lines at security checkpoints. Days spent in transit can leave us feeling frustrated and exhausted…
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