Empowerment

When I was in my 20s, I thought that 60 was old. My upbringing had painted pictures and stories in my mind of grey, fragile women who had ceased to follow their passions or keep their dreams alive. However, at 63, I am nothing like those images…

My husband had been in hospital for three days, having had a partial knee replacement operation on the morning of the first day. Everything had gone as planned, he was very happy with the surgery not to mention the kindliness and competence…

All of us have experienced resistance to having our desires met. The kind of resistance we encounter is different for each of us. There is, however, a common form of resistance those of us 60 and over share. It comes down to taking responsibility…

Would it surprise you to learn that only 5 percent of women at age 65 will meet a new man in the next 12-month period? And it’s not because all the good men are taken. It’s because so many single women don’t truly want to date…

At each stage of life, we adopted specific beliefs, traits, and behaviors to adapt to different people, environments, and circumstances. Where did these beliefs, traits, and behaviors come from? In most cases, they were passed down…

Were you taught, like I was, that placing your needs before those of others is selfish, unkind, or unloving? Did you learn that being a devoted daughter, partner, mother, wife, or caregiver – while shouldering all the emotional labor…

Have you felt invisible after turning 50, 60 or 70? Many women experience this sense of fading into the background as society tends to prioritize youth and overlook the wisdom and beauty that come with age. It’s not uncommon to feel like your voice..

Are you struggling to commit to your personal goals? What do you want to achieve? Improved relationships? Positive lifestyle shifts? Living your purpose? Giving back in meaningful ways? Exploring your sincere, heartfelt reasons…

How often have you sacrificed your well-being by placing other people’s desires, wants and needs above your own? If you can relate, you are not alone. According a 2022 YouGov survey, 49% of Americans self-identify as people-pleasers…

Did you know that postmenopausal women comprise the largest demographic group in America? The ancient tripartite divisions of Maiden, Mother, and Crone have become even more relevant as the Crone stage now represents one third…