Over 60 and Rejected by Your Kid? Navigating the Estrangement Struggle
By the time we reach our 60s, we reflect on what we once hoped for with our family. I hear from women that they would grow older harmoniously with their families. It is encouraging and a blessing when this is the case. But many struggle under the shroud of secrecy…
Read More9 Ways to Reduce Anxiety and Fear About the Transition to Retirement
I have been dealing with the topic of the transition to retirement for the past 25 years. I have come to the conclusion that retirement is not about an age or an amount of money; it is about when work – earning an income – becomes optional!
Read MoreWhat Makes for a Long and Happy Marriage
A lot of people, so I am told, feel that a happy long marriage is simply not possible. Yes, people fall in love and get married, but the initial excitement with each other wears off sooner or later. And then people just cope with each other and their annoying…
Read MoreLife Is More Fun with a Little Bit of Luck
I’ve always been a lucky person. My latest win was timed perfectly: a raffle for a fancy men’s mountain bike. The historic town of Arcadia, FL is raising money to build a Tiny Town for its homeless, a cause I find worthy…
Read MoreWhere Are All the Good Men Over 60? Practical Senior Dating Advice (Video)
If you are looking to develop a relationship with a man in your sixties, you have to know where to look. They are not hiding, but they are certainly are not going to come knocking on your door. Interesting men are out in the world doing interesting things, not waiting patiently for you to appear in their lives. So, the secret is to do those things that you love, knowing that the men you will meet there at a minimum like doing what you do. It’s a place to start. Failing that direct approach, here are a few other ideas for finding these mysterious older men.
Read More7 Things You Can Do When Experiencing Moments of Vulnerability and Anxiety
Recently, a friend told me about feeling increased anxiety. She had had a kidney transplant over 20 years ago, but, now in her 60s, she finds herself getting very upset with any new physical symptom…
Read MoreThe Top 10 Best Countries for a Stress-Free Retirement
According to recent studies, heavy stress can shorten a person’s life expectancy by almost three years. And that got us thinking… Which factors may add to your stress during your retirement? And which countries are best for keeping these stresses to a minimum? Our team of researchers studied 63 countries across 14 categories to find […]
Read MoreHow to Get Your Act Together Before Something Random or Crazy Can Stop You
I’m typically a cheerful person. Unfortunately, I’ve been humbled by a front row seat to life getting in my way. Within the last two years, my husband and I suffered a home burglary…
Read More60th Birthday Ideas for Women from Your Older Sisters
Turning 60 is definitely a milestone birthday. Unfortunately, coming up with the best 60th birthday ideas is not always easy! The good news is that the 500,000 women over 60 in our Sixty and Me community are here to help. Whether you’re planning…
Read MoreBring Back the Adventure, Freedom, and Fun That’s Been Missing from Your Life!
Have you noticed that your spirit of adventure has died and that you no longer jump out of bed to take on your day? What happened to that brave, bold, spontaneous woman you used to be? You know, the one who was passionate…
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