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Judi Dench Steals the Show at the RHS Garden Wisley Flower Show

By Sixty and Me September 14, 2018

When it comes the silver screen, Judi Dench is no stranger to stealing the show with her iconic acting skills and captivating screen presence.

But during her recent visit to the RHS Garden Wisley Flower Show in the United Kingdom, Dench, 83, proved that she’s not only capable of stealing the show on screen, but off screen as well. Read More

What I Learned from My Shocking First Week in Retirement

By Stan Corey September 11, 2018

My first week into the transition stage has brought with it a full range of emotions. It started well with a three-day weekend of golf. But I then asked myself, “Does having a three-day weekend have a meaning anymore?” Read More

3 Unexpected Ways Meditation is a Key to Happiness After 60

By Margaret Manning September 10, 2018

Despite the common stereotypes, people over 60 are busy. We are always on the move. And, when we do finally have a moment of silence, we rush to fill it with a thousand small distractions. Did you know that the average person checks their phone 110 times per day? 110 times! Read More

Understanding Hairstyles for Women Over 60 Starts with These Questions

By Margaret Manning September 10, 2018

One of the most common requests that I get from the women in our community is to interview a professional stylist on the topic of hairstyles for women over 60. So, I have finally decided to make good on this request. In the coming months, I’m going to make it my mission to find a globally recognized expert to help us understand this topic. But, first, I need your help! Read More

Want to Start a Business After 60? Ask Yourself these 5 Questions First!

By Margaret Manning September 10, 2018

Women over 60 have a strong independent streak. When we were younger, we used the word “freedom” carelessly. In many ways, it defined our lifestyle. We were free to wear bohemian clothing, free to travel where the wind took us and free to choose unconventional lifestyles. Read More

Is it Better to be Right or Happy? The Answer May Surprise You!

By Margaret Manning September 08, 2018

By the time we reach our 60th birthday, it’s natural to have well-formed opinions about the world. Many of us have strong political and religious views. Others have well-formed opinions about the sports teams that we support, the causes that we contribute to and the communities in which we live. Read More

Being a “Cougar” May Be Popular, but Is It Good for Your Health?

By Joy Stephenson-Laws September 07, 2018

Have you seen our article about rapper Curtis Jackson, more commonly known as 50 Cent, who has admitted to having a ‘thing’ for actress Helen Mirren, who, at 73, is 30 years his senior? Read More

Welcome to the Twilight Zone, a.k.a., The First Stage of Retirement

By Stan Corey September 06, 2018

Yesterday was my last day of ‘official’ employment! I am now entering the first stage of retirement, or some might say, the “twilight zone.”

I opened up my computer and found that my company email had been blocked, my calendar had changed, and all contacts had been erased. But I also had an outpouring of well-wishes on my Facebook page that was very encouraging. Read More

Starting a Business in Your 60s? Forget the “I Saw No-One Was Doing it” Myth!

By Margaret Manning September 02, 2018

Few beliefs are as harmful when it comes to starting a business than the “I saw no-one was doing it” myth. We’ve all seen the interviews…

A 20-something start-up founder in a hoodie is talking publicly about his company for the first time. He explains that his company came into being because he personally had a need that no-one was filling. Read More

4 Sources of Additional Income that Can Change Your Life in Retirement

By Margaret Manning September 01, 2018

If you want to have enough money to retire comfortably, the experts have some simple advice: make a plan, start early, live frugally and let compound interest work for you by investing in the stock market for 40 years. At the end of all of this, you will be able to retire in style! Read More