The 7 Personality Traits of Successful Grandparents
Today’s women over 60 are looking for new ways to fulfill the role of grandparents by providing the right blend of support and independence and helping our grandkids grow up with a positive, influential family presence around them…
Read More3 Types of Mindsets a Mature Woman Can Embrace When Pursuing Professional Reinvention
At this point in my life, I like to believe that I pretty much know what I think about professional reinvention. As a veteran of several career changes, I’ve given a lot of thought to not only how – but when – to embark on a midlife career makeover…
Read MoreDoes Looking for Work After 60 Make You Ask, “What’s Wrong with Me?”
Of course, the answer is, “Nothing.” There is nothing wrong with me just as there is nothing wrong with you – in case you were wondering. However, I am in the age group considered to be old and undesirable for employment…
Read More5 Reasons All Women Over 60 Should Love Trying New Things
I’m more engaged and excited about what I’m doing than I’ve been in years. I’ve learned so much, met so many super people and realized that I can successfully explore my passions, even at my age…
Read MoreTake a Deep Breath: Switch Your Focus, Reduce Your Stress
There was a time – not that long ago, really – when my Dad’s day started with reading the newspaper. The one that got tossed on the front lawn bright and early every morning. After work, he would catch up with the day’s events by watching the evening news…
Read MoreDoes Creativity Decline as You Age? (Hint: Not a Chance)
Lately, with all the extra time and space provided by social distancing, it’s a good thing if you’ve been ruminating over questions like: What’s my plan for the next couple decades?
Read MoreIs a Bridge Job Right for You Before Retirement?
There was a time when I felt sure that I would continue working until age 70 or beyond. In fact, I often joked that one day I would simply resign from my job at the nursing home where I worked as an RN and move myself into the assisted living…
Read MoreI Took Control of My Financial Destiny in Retirement… You Can Too!
For years I thought I had my finances and investments figured out. I had a financial advisor and felt well taken care of. I was grateful to have this smart man advise me and manage my investments for my retirement. Whilst we never socialized…
Read MoreAging Well Is Hard Work… But, It’s Worth it!
The road I live on isn’t paved. It stretches for a mile – a dusty avenue wide enough for two vehicles, and treacherous after a heavy rain. I knew this a dozen years ago when we found our property, which ultimately became our home…
Read MoreFacing Ageism When Looking for Employment After 60? Don’t Stop Looking – Try Temping!
Many of us who are of a certain age find ourselves looking for new employment. The reasons are many and varied. What we all have in common though is the reaction we get when we apply for a new position…
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