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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

9 years ago

Turning 60? It’s Time to Change Your Mindset from “I’m Not Perfect” to “I’m Good Enough”

I recently wrote an article on the secret of being fearless in your 60s. It covered the things that older women worry about.

In the comments, women shared their fears about not having enough time left, not having enough money, not being beautiful enough, not having enough talent, not feeling good enough – just not BEING enough.
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9 years ago

How to Look Chic on a Budget and Other Fashion Over 50 Tips

It can be difficult to shop on a budget, especially if you don’t know what you’re looking for. What are the basics that every woman should have in her wardrobe? Fashion blogger, Josephine Lalwan, shares some great advice about budget shopping that we can all benefit. Enjoy the show!

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9 years ago

It’s Not Too Late! How to Start a Blog at Any Age

When I told my family that I was going to start a blog, I was met with blank stares.

It’s not that they weren’t supportive. They just didn’t immediately understand why a woman in her 60s would want to start blogging. After all, most of the blogs that they read on a regular basis were dedicated to covering the latest Apple gadgets and video games. How was I going to start a successful blog, targeting women over 60? Were baby boomers even online? Read More

9 years ago

Healthy Lifestyle Tips for Women Like Us

As we get a little older, nothing is as important as maintaining our good health. Of course, there are many aspects of our health that we don’t have direct control over. But, this doesn’t mean that we should give up!

So, today, I want to share some healthy lifestyle tips for dynamic older women like us. I hope that you find them useful!

Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More

9 years ago

Why Creative, Unusual and Weird Passions Are the Best

In one of his famous TED talks Sir Ken Robinson tells a story about a boy who loves to do handstands. His passion becomes so intense that he eventually spends much of his day walking around the house upside down. His mother, exasperated, eventually yells, “Ok, we got it! Can’t you just cut it out with the ‘hand thing’?” Read More

9 years ago

“Don’t Talk to Strangers!” This Simple Childhood Rule is Killing Your Happiness

One of the most basic rules that all parents try to drill into their children’s heads is “don’t talk to strangers.”

I’m sure that you did the same thing with your kids. I know I did. From the time that my boys were old enough to play outside, I used repetition, role-playing and threats to get them to follow this simple rule. Read More

9 years ago

Do You Like Doing Crossword Puzzles?

When my kids were still in the house, “me time” was a complete fantasy. I never understood people who said that they liked crossword puzzles, scrapbooking or knitting. I mean, who has the time?

I didn’t have anything against these activities. It’s just that, fun though they might sound, the idea of sitting down for 30 minutes with a cup of tea and the New York Times crossword puzzle sounded like a crazy overindulgence – something like reading for pleasure or, heaven forbid, taking a bubble-bath. Read More

9 years ago

11 Book Recommendations for February 2017 from the Sixty and Me Community

I love winter! As I sit here writing this, I have a cup of steaming Lady Grey tea on my desk. Through the window, I can see little children playing in their starfish costumes, snow falling all around them. There are only two things that would make this day perfect – a roaring fire (sadly not an option given my modern, but, small apartment) and a good book! Read More

9 years ago

Winter Fashion for Women Over 60

With winter on our doorstep, figuring out the season-appropriate essentials is a must. What colors are trending? What are the best winter accessories to choose from? Join us in discussion with fashion blogger, Josephine Lalwan, who freely shares her ideas. Enjoy the show! Read More

9 years ago

How Gratitude Can Keep You Strong in Troubled Times

There is no denying that we are living in troubled times. In addition to everything that is going on in the world, each of us is dealing with our own worries and concerns.

So, today, I want to talk about how gratitude can help you to stay strong when everything around you seems insecure. I also would love to hear what you do to cultivate and express gratitude in your life.

Come join us for a cup of tea (or coffee) and a chat. And, if you enjoy the show, please tell one friend about us today. Your support means so much to me! Read More