Most Boomers Are Rejecting Retirement… and that’s a Good Thing for Everyone!
One of my biggest fears for the baby boomer generation is that we have taken the concept of retirement too seriously. Many of us still believe in the notion that retirement should be a time for living off your savings, relaxing and “aging gracefully.”
Now, a new study by The Pew Charitable Trusts, says that the majority of baby boomers may finally be rethinking retirement. Most people surveyed said that they didn’t plan on retiring, in a traditional sense. Instead, they said that they wanted to continue working, either in their existing job or in a new career. Read More
Removing Mental Blocks to Starting a Small Business After 50
Since starting Sixty and Me, I have had the opportunity to meet and interact with 100’s of talented, passionate older people. Many members of the community have the skills and experience to supplement their income in retirement – either as freelancers or business owners. So, I often wonder, why is it that so few men and women of my generation set out to supplement their income as they approach, or enter, retirement?
The conclusion that I have come to is that most people allow their own mental blocks to prevent them from having the lifestyle that they want. Read More
3 Reasons it’s Time to Rethink Retirement
When you think of the word “retirement,” what images come into your mind? If we are to believe the movies, retirement is a time of relaxation and recreation. It is our reward for a life of hard work. It is a time for us to “age gracefully.” There’s a problem though – actually several problems. Read More
What’s in a Name? Popular Names in the 1950s and Today
Do you love your name? Or, do you sometimes wonder what your parents were thinking when they decided what to call you? While naming our children seems like a personal decision, we probably don’t realize how much we are influenced by outside trends. In fact, looking at the data, it’s fascinating to see how the most popular names vary from decade to decade. Read More
Why Friendship Matters More Than Ever: The Case for Face to Face Friendship After 60
A circle of friends can provide support and encouragement, a sounding board and a sense of security which emboldens us to try new experiences. All of this is especially important if we are in our 60s and solo. Yet good friends can be hard…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Solo Travel for Women over 50
Whether you find yourself well-acquainted with solo traveling or are gearing up for that very first independent journey, going on a solo trip opens up a scope of unique experiences. It’s a venture that comes with its very own set of…
Read More7 Ways to Stay Tech-Savvy During the Second Half and Why It Computes
Aging fearlessly in an ever-advancing modern world requires many inputs – a sensible diet, routine physical exercise, medical maintenance and smart financial planning, to name a few. But none of these efforts are successful without a command…
Read More25 Travel Destinations 2024 – Must-Visit Places for Women Over 50
Are you planning a trip in 2024? Are you looking for a new travel destination? Every year, countless travel magazines and websites like Travel & Leisure, Lonely Planet, and Condé Nast Traveler, for example, put out their suggested destinations…
Read More5 Not-So-Easy Ways to Navigate Around a Narcissist
It is a challenging journey to navigate around a narcissist, yet it is a necessary step towards reclaiming your emotional autonomy. Let’s face it: those of us in our 60s and beyond have weathered the storms of relationships, whether married or single…
Read More7 Bucket List Train Voyages in the World
Are you a train enthusiast? Is a memorable multi-day iconic train journey on your bucket list? There are many ways to travel and to get places, but train trips are typically embarked on mostly for the luxurious and elegant once-in-a-lifetime adventure…
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