Lifestyle

Last Thursday night, I found myself at a hotel bar at 10pm. I was very proud of myself for staying up so late. I know, I know – retirement means I don’t have to get up early. But the truth is, I’m an early-to-bed kind of person. I was out with my cousin, who was visiting…

The third act of your life isn’t about becoming someone new – it’s about becoming thoroughly and unapologetically yourself. Who do you need to impress? No one. Whose approval do you need? Nobody’s. Whose happiness is your responsibility? Yours. Just yours…

I have always wanted to live in another country. So, for the past two years, my husband and I, and at times our adult children, have been traveling back and forth to Panama City, Panama. During these excursions, we have found a connection to this country. From its beautiful vistas to the warmth and welcome…

YouTubers are not only about cat videos and young people in their early 20s sharing their van lives. Many women over 50 have created successful YouTube channels and post regular content that is relatable to women 50 and up…

When the family doctor rescinded my 80-year old Dad’s driver’s license, my siblings and I were relieved. It may sound cruel, but his GP did our family a great service. Dad’s growing dementia had become an issue and his eyesight was failing…

When it comes to creating your dream lifestyle after 60, what’s the first thing you do? If you’re like many people from our generation, you may immediately jump into physical action. This often involves working hard, staying busy, and a lot of multitasking. From the outside, it may look like you are making progress and accomplishing a lot…

Whatever age you are in life, nothing is perfect. If you are 16, you may be deciding your future, taking exams, trying to fit in, building relationships, or maybe wondering how to cover up an enormous pimple. If you are in your 30s, you might be struggling to buy a home/have somewhere to live…

Is it just me or does everyone who grows older alone think about the current circumstances and ask, How can I create a safe and independent lifestyle?

If you have watched social media, YouTube or HGTV lately, you have likely seen more and more people choosing to downsize and live in a tiny home. At first, they all looked similar. Small spaces, clever designs, and a simpler way of living. Tiny Homes are even being used as a manageable way to age…

If you had told me a year ago that I’d be “talking” to an AI chatbot about everything from writing real estate ads to translating documents, crafting sensitive emails, understanding medical terminology, or simply thinking something through, I would have laughed. I’m not technical. Not even a little. And, who talks to a machine?