The Taboo Topic of Politics: Loving Someone with an Opposing Point of View
“Politics make strange bedfellows” says a mid-19th century proverb, meaning people of widely differing views come together when they have a common cause. It’s certainly true of my husband and me. We are on opposite sides of the political spectrum…
Read MoreBecoming a Grandparent: 9 Practical Tips for a Joyful Transition
Are you ready to become a grandparent? Many women look forward to this stage of life and even anxiously prod their children to make it a reality sooner rather than later. In the end, we don’t really have much to say about when the blessed…
Read MoreWe’ve Known Success, Now Let’s Test Our Weaknesses
After a lifetime of multiple careers, many of us worked with a high level of skill. Competence was necessary. Now, in retirement, how about indulging ourselves in hobbies, projects, or activities where we are less than competent?
Read More10 Ways to Set Clear Goals for Your Dreamlife in 2024
Oprah Winfrey once said, “The biggest adventure you can take is to live the life of your dreams.” Is your biggest adventure awaiting you in 2024? And if so, what is your roadmap to reaching the place where the life of your dreams lives?
Read More20 Ways to Create Joyful Thoughts
Although we can all agree that the pandemic years were quite bad, 2023 hasn’t been all that easier either. And though sometimes the days can seem grim, each day and in every situation, we have a choice. We can choose to focus on the negative…
Read More5 Actionable Approaches to Gain the Upper Hand Over Loneliness
As part of humanity, we all experience loneliness occasionally. I know I have. When I was first divorced in 2000 and found myself spending major holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas alone for the first time, I didn’t know what to do with myself…
Read MoreYour Daily Movement “Vitamins”: Stay Mobile with This Simple Daily Exercise Routine (VIDEO)
Finding the motivation to exercise daily can be a challenge. When our to-do list and other priorities accumulate, it can leave us vulnerable to neglecting our fitness routine. We tell ourselves I don’t have time… Maybe later…
Read MoreBest Activities for Seniors
Are you seeking ways to stay physically fit? Stimulate your mind? Or connect with like-minded individuals? Are you looking for enjoyable and fulfilling activities to stay active and engaged? As we age, maintaining a vibrant and healthy lifestyle…
Read MoreInsights on Navigating the Digital Age: A Reflection on Loss, Tradition, and Connecting Beyond Screens
As part of my usual workday, I always check in on the Help a Reporter Out (HARO) website to see if I can contribute to story queries posted by reporters that are within my wheelhouse as a life coach and freelance digital content creator…
Read MoreFrom Full House to Empty Nest – Now What?
The empty nesting phase can be as jarring a change for couples as the newborn stage was once upon a time. But just as the arrival of your children brought joy, pain, fun, and frustration, so will their exit. It’s like watching your heart live outside…
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