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Life After Retirement

Life after retirement is a complicated time. Not only do you have to worry about your retirement savings, but, you also need to find meaning in your life. Here are some retirement ideas to help you get more from the best years of your life.

2 years ago

3 Ways Retirement Can Take You by Surprise

Every life transition has both peaks and valleys. We become excited about new possibilities, yet we can’t avoid the shadows. Transitioning into retirement isn’t any different. It’s a glorious and fun-filled time of life. And it has a darker side…

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2 years ago

Reunion Invitations… Accept or Decline?

The word “reunion” usually evokes the dreaded (or beloved) high school reunion. For some, it might also refer to family reunions. There are also other common reunions such as military, workplace, cultural/ethnic, and those related to social groups. A reunion can…

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2 years ago

10 Things to Do as a Single Woman Over 50

Going through life as a single woman over 50 comes with a unique set of opportunities and challenges. Whether you’re newly single or have been flying solo for a while, welcoming this phase can lead to a fulfilling and vibrant life. Here are 10 activities to consider that…

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2 years ago

Do You Still Need Life Insurance Over 60?

Is life insurance over 60 really necessary? This is a more difficult question than it sounds. After all, many women have had life insurance for most of their lives. When we are younger, we see it as a necessary measure to protect…

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2 years ago

The 60s Reboot – How to Manage Identity Shifts in Your 60s

Where you were once busy, purposeful, and confident, suddenly everything you know about who you are, your roles, and your purpose shifts like quicksand, leaving you feeling unsteady and scared. And you’re left asking, “Who am I now?”

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2 years ago

Don’t Put Your Dreams for Retirement in a Storage Unit

My husband, with the help of his eldest son, finally decided to tackle his mother’s storage unit. A task long dreaded, yet long overdue. The 10×20 unit was jam-packed to the ceiling with boxes of fabric, collectibles and furniture from the home she left…

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2 years ago

Spending Thoughts: Do You Prefer to Have, Or to Do?

Most of us have a certain amount of disposable income that we need to decide how, and where, to spend. There are always a million things to spend your money on, but basically, it comes down to two things. Do you want to have things…

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2 years ago

9 Creative Options to Get More from Life after Retirement

Lately, this question has been on my mind a lot. I’m past 70 and have been blessed to own my personal business. Yet, because of my age, I am also getting asked this same question by others: “Are you retired?” I’m not sure if it’s the same for those…

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2 years ago

4 Ways to Navigate the Honeymoon Phase of Retirement

I’ve heard it called The Honeymoon Phase. If you’ve chosen to work less or have left your work life behind altogether, you might recognize it. ‘It’ is that first stage of retirement that can last a few months or a few years. It’s that early period when we revel…

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2 years ago

Risks 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…

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