How to Deal with Having an Estranged Adult Child
Mothering is filled with both blessings and pain. Not too long ago, one of my children was estranged from me. It was not how I envisioned a relationship with an adult child. At the time, I wasn’t completely sure where she was living and had no reliable way to contact her…
Read MoreHow to Use Change for Positive Growth in Your Art and Life After 60
They say that there are three chronic types of fear: the fear of failure, fear of success and fear of change. Which one do you relate to? Studies suggest that the greatest fear out of these three is the fear of change. I have to agree based on…
Read More4 Amazing Benefits of Music for Older Adults
Music is a fantastic elixir for the soul and a powerful force in our lives. It has always been part of my story from when I was a kid playing the violin in retirement homes. And I’m sure you know very well firsthand how music can brighten your life…
Read MoreOur Voices Matter – 4 Simple Steps to Gain Confidence as a Speaker
As I walked behind two professionally dressed older men, I couldn’t help but overhear their conversation. I was heading to a class that promised to address public speaking anxiety. Apparently, these two men were headed in the same direction…
Read MoreThe Three Things to be Ready for When Redefining After 50
As we enter our 50s, many of us begin to take a serious look at our lives. What are we doing for our careers or jobs and is this what we want to continue to do? Or maybe we’ve been stay-at-home moms and are figuring out what’s next now that our kids…
Read MoreDon’t Hibernate This Winter! 3 Tips to Help 60+ Women Get Outdoors and Stay Healthy
As the colder weather and holidays approach, it’s tempting to hunker down, get comfy, and grab some hot cocoa and snacks for a long winter’s hibernation indoors. Wow, that does sound nice – and it definitely has its place…
Read MoreBenefits of Socialization: How to Maintain a Social Life as a Woman over 60
Maintaining an active social life is essential for overall health and well-being at any age, but it becomes increasingly important for women over 60. The benefits of socialization include fostering meaningful connections and relationships and promoting positivity…
Read MoreWhy Life After 60 is the Perfect Time to Start Painting
A few years ago I was looking after a gallery exhibition. Sometimes artists have to share this duty for joint exhibitions and this was my turn. During a quiet moment on a Saturday morning I noticed a man stop outside the open gallery doors and look in. He then declared in a loud and smug voice, “You guys must really be suffering these days!” He then turned around and walked off…
Read MoreWhy Is Feeling Stuck So Comfortable?
I want to change some habits, but then again, I don’t. I set out to change my exercise routine many times over the years. I have the best of intentions. I try getting up early, walking when the weather is nice, lifting a few weights throughout the day…
Read More5 Top Secrets to Beat Decision Fatigue with Fewer Choices
Do you feel overwhelmed by the countless decisions you face every day? From the moment you crawl out of bed to the moment you put your head on the pillow at night, Psychology Today estimates that you make more than 2,000 decisions each working hour…
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