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Margaret Manning is the founder of Sixty and Me. She is an entrepreneur, author and speaker. Margaret is passionate about building dynamic and engaged communities that improve lives and change perceptions. Margaret can be contacted at margaret@sixtyandme.com

Latest Posts By Margaret Manning

6 years ago

Going on a Retreat Can Energize Your Life After 60 (And, It’s Cheaper Than You Think!)

As older women, we take on so much! Many of us are still working in “retirement”. Millions of us are raising our own grandkids. And, millions more are the primary caregivers for a spouse or other family member. So, today, I want to tell you that you deserve a break. Maybe you won’t be able to go today (or even this week). But, I hope that this video inspires you to take a “retreat”… even if it’s just a camping trip that you organize with some friends or an adventure to a new city. Do you agree that a “retreat” doesn’t have to be an expensive organized event to be relaxing and fun? What is the most relaxing trip that you have ever taken?

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6 years ago

Fun Hobbies for Women Over 50: Organic Gardening

Reducing our exposure to unhealthy chemicals can have a positive impact on our health as we age. One of the ways that many women over 60 are looking to reduce their intake of chemicals and unhealthy food ingredients is by starting to do organic gardening in their own backyards. Read More

6 years ago

Are You Comparing Yourself to Others Unfairly? No Wonder You Feel Sad!

Do you ever feel like most of the people around you are much more “together” than you are? Do you often find yourself comparing yourself to others, even when you know it’s counterproductive? I know I do!

Sitting in a coffee shop, watching the people smiling and talking with their friends, it’s easy to think that we are the only ones that have problems. Read More

6 years ago

5 Hot Holiday Tips for Older Women on the Go!

Have you ever saved up for a holiday only to have the reality fall far short of your expectations? Have you ever found yourself sitting in your hotel room wondering, “What am I doing here?” You’re not alone! So, today, I thought that it would be fun to share 5 holiday tips that will help you to get the most from your next adventure into this wonderful world of ours! I’d also love to hear your vacation tips. Have you ever gone on a trip that you regretted? What was the best holiday that you ever took? What tips do you want to give the other women in our community about preparing for a holiday?

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6 years ago

Are You Ready to Choose You? (And Let Go of Your Past!)

No matter where we are from, we have all faced our share of challenges in the past. And, many of our experiences have left scars that still haunt us today. So, in this video, I have a positive message to share… I want to ask you to choose you. I want to encourage you to let go of your past (especially if you have been hurt by others) and become your own best friend. You deserve this! Are there things in your past that are preventing you from being your own best friend? Are you ready to choose you today?

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6 years ago

Rocking Life After 60: From an 80-Year-Old Model, Mom of 6 and Author

Women over 60 are masters of reinvention. But, few women have transformed their lives as completely as the fabulous Valerie Ramsey. Valerie, who is my guest on the show today is a stay-at-home mom of 6 who started a corporate job in her 50s… became a model in her 60s and today, at 80, is also an author of several books. Along the way, she battled (and beat) cancer. So, in other words, Valerie is a fascinating person and I hope you enjoy our discussion. How have you reinvented yourself over the last few decades? What is the hardest challenge that you have overcome? What did you think of my interview with Valerie Ramsey?

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6 years ago

My Fab Makeup for Mature Women: “Less is More” Summer Look and Tutorial

When it comes to facial makeover, it’s really important to have fun with different products and experiment with various color combinations. Join us in this demonstration to see how Margaret applies the products and techniques of Ariane Poole. Enjoy the show! Read More

6 years ago

This (Somewhat Unusual) Trick is a Happiness Magnet!

Do you want to give your happiness level a little boost? Then, I have good news… in today’s video, I will share a little-known secret that is a real happiness magnet. Best of all, it doesn’t cost a penny. If you enjoy my message today, please share it with a friend! What techniques do you use when you need a little happiness boost? Have you ever tried the happiness trick that I mentioned today?

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6 years ago

Margaret’s Summer Makeup Tips: Don’t Feel the Sweat… Feel the Sparkle!

Does wearing makeup in the hot summer months sometimes make you feel like one of those wax figures at Madame Tussauds? You’re not alone. But, despite the heat, we still want to look our best in the summer… we just want to feel light and airy at the same time! So, today, I thought I would share some of my favorite summer makeup tips. I hope you enjoy them! What do you do differently with your makeup in the summer? Do you have any brands or products that you break out as the mercury rises? Or, do you simply abandon makeup in favor of the ultimate comfort of letting the air cool your skin?

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6 years ago

You Won’t Believe What’s on Our Sister Sites (Video Update from Margaret)

One of the wonderful things about our community is that it is filled with women of all backgrounds and cultures, passions and interests. At the same time, as Sixty and Me has grown, it has become increasingly difficult to cover every single topic. So, several months ago, we launched 3 sister sites – Retire Different, Life After Death and She Cruises to go into the topics of retirement, spirituality and travel in more depth. In today’s video, I’d like to share the latest from each of these sites. I hope that you will make at least one of them a part of your daily routine. Have you visited any of our sister sites? Which one and what did you think? Are there any other topics that you feel deserve special treatment… or perhaps their own website and community?

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