Lifestyle

This was the intriguing headline linked to a study that was published on August 16th, 2024. That “unhealthy habit” turned out to be alcohol. The conclusion of the study was that people over age 60 who drink alcohol regularly are at an increased risk of early death, particularly from cancer…

I wrote Creating Magic in Midlife before I had the life I have now living in Ecuador. I always wanted to live internationally. I worked as a trauma therapist but retired from that profession. I asked myself what can give my life meaning? The answer is I live as a creative…

Why is it that people are reluctant to plan for retirement? The average person spends more time planning an overseas holiday than they do retirement. Is it because the word retirement conjures up images of growing old and dying? Or do we minimize the importance of planning because we perceive retirement as an eternal holiday?

Midlife is like stepping over the proverbial line in the sand. By the time you’ve hit your 50s and 60s, you’ve lived through career shifts, heartbreaks, child-rearing, menopause, identity changes, and probably a few moments of thinking, “Is this it?” But here’s a big truth…

Have you noticed that sometimes, when we are talking to a friend or family member, they suddenly get defensive? In such situations, we often wonder what we might have said to offend them…

Recently, a client was telling me she’d had some bad health news. Thankfully, on further tests and following check-ups the news wasn’t so bad, but, it began a conversation on what she had learned. We discussed the possible situation of having…

You may not have a chalkboard in your living room, but you’ve been teaching all your life. Think about it. You’ve shown little ones how to tie their shoes without tears, coached friends through “how on earth do I set up my new phone?” moments, and guided coworkers…

But what are the best ways to sort through all of the new trends to find the housing option that best suits your lifestyle? Since we all can’t caravan, here are five senior living alternatives to suit any unique style!

My colleague, Michael Rizzotto, the manager of a Brooklyn, New York, funeral home, recently shared a story about a family he served. During the arrangement conference, he asked, as he always does, about the deceased’s interests and hobbies. The funeral home aims…

Picture this: you’re driving through a neighborhood you love, and there it is – the house. You’re in your 60s, so this is your final move. Perfect backyard. Beautiful landscaping. Maybe even an extended screened-in area or a pool. In the yard is a big “For Sale” sign…