The ABC’s of Back to School for Women Over 60!
Heading back to school as a woman over 60 is both an exciting and daunting prospect. Whether you’re pursuing a new career, finishing a degree, or simply looking to expand your knowledge, this journey comes with its own set of challenges and rewards…
Read MoreCan You Want to Lose Weight and Love Yourself Just the Way You Are?
In popular culture, there seem to be two extremes when it comes to weight and self-acceptance. One says that everyone needs to have a normal BMI, the other states you’re fine just the way you are. According to the former, any pound over a “normal” BMI…
Read More10 Steps to Improve Your Life After 50 Through Deliberate Breathing
Anyone who has ever done Pilates or taken a Yoga class knows that one of the great benefits derived from those types of classes is the relaxation and sense of well-being that comes from an hour of deep, deliberate breathing…
Read MoreThe Microbiome-Wellness Connection
You must know by now that our bodies are home to trillions of microorganisms – bacteria, viruses and other microbes. Together they form what’s called the microbiome. From the perspective of a former microbiologist…
Read MoreOlder Adults and Hospital Stays: What We Need to Do for a Better Recovery
One of the most challenging issues we face as we age is recovering from various illnesses and surgeries. It seems that we tend to ignore the reality of the amount of time it may take us to fully (or mostly) recover from a medical episode…
Read MoreIf Something Is Important… Make It VISUAL
For years, I have written reminder notes for myself. My visual memory (the ability to recall what my eyes have seen) has always been particularly strong, but I’ve relied on this trait more in my 60s and 70s. Whether it is because I underwent chemotherapy…
Read MoreRisks Worth Taking Require Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone While Honoring Your Authentic Self
If you want to accomplish your life goals, experience success in your endeavors, and enjoy a life worth living, you must be willing to step outside your comfort zone. Browse the subject online, and you will find plenty of resources on the value…
Read MoreStop Putting Things Off: 7 Ways to Overcome Procrastination Today!
You’ve just walked through the door after a long day at work or going to appointments, only to be greeted by a messy house – dishes are piled up in the sink, and the living room looks like a tornado hit it. Your husband works from home and is still locked…
Read MoreDeveloping Patience: A Journey Towards Inner Serenity
Patience often seems like a forgotten art. But it’s a timeless quality indispensable for personal growth, emotional well-being and success in various aspects of life. Developing patience is not merely a matter of waiting for something…
Read MoreThe Neuroscience of Happiness – No, It Has Nothing to Do with Alcohol!
The liquor industry has invested trillions of dollars to convince us that we need to drink alcohol to have a full and happy life. Their marketing strategy has been stunningly successful, but perhaps it’s time to question their messaging…
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