Find Your Bliss: The Mental Health Benefits of Knitting
Knitting has always helped me to relax. In a recent article, I observed that one of the real benefits of knitting was its ability to calm the nerves and create a meditative state. One reader commented that she thought the brain waves of knitters were actually in a blissful state, like those of Buddhist monks during meditation.
4 Insider Tips For Combining Makeup For Mature Women With Sunscreen (#1 Will Shock You!)
It’s no secret that one of the biggest culprits for aging skin is sun damage. While many makeup products now come with some amount of SPF already in them, it is important to be aware of how much protection they give you, and what can be done to boost it. Read More
Counting on Social Security Could Kill Your Future! Do These 4 Things Instead
The way that people view Social Security is strongly influenced by their age and financial position. If you are young and healthy, you may view Social Security as something that “you’ll never see” or “just a handout for older people who didn’t save.” Read More
How a Getaway with Girlfriends Can Enhance Your Friendships in Retirement
One cold afternoon last January, three friends and I started planning our summer getaway. Living in four different states, we enjoy an annual getaway together. Read More
3 Keys to Help You Enjoy Life in Retirement on Your Own Terms
There are three paths Baby Boomers are increasingly walking so they can live their own dreams before they die. These keys have the potential to completely change your life – if you choose to use them. Read More
Makeup for Mature Women: The Delicate Art of Combining Makeup and Sunscreen
What do we know about sunscreen, and how should we properly apply it in combination with other products? Join us in discussion with makeup professional Ariane Poole who has some great tips to share. Enjoy the show! Read More
It’s Never Too Late! 6 Ways to Make a Change in Your Life After 60
If you’re like me, the beginning of a new week, or a new month, is often the perfect time to start a new venture – taking up a hobby, learning a skill, even starting a business. Read More
Is the Life of a Roving Retiree for You?
My husband and I ‘fired’ the corporate world early! We had enough of late night teleconference calls. Not to mention we were tired of long hours spent commuting to work and the little time we had for ourselves and each other. Read More
Online Dating After 60: Here Are 4 Ways to Simplify Your Experience
When I found myself single after 32 years of marriage, I vacillated between delight and despondency. After three years on my own, I tentatively approached online dating, and numerous coffee date debacles taught me a lot. Read More
New Guidebook for Widows Offers Hope, Financial Wisdom and a Positive Path Forward
A husband’s death is one of the most difficult events that a woman will ever experience. It’s overwhelming, terrifying and, far too often, financially devastating. Read More