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Are Everyday Stresses Preventing You from Finding Happiness in Your 60s?

By Margaret Manning February 16, 2017

There is a powerful song by David Bowie, called “Under Pressure.” In the song, he sings about those days “when it never rains, but pours.”

What David captures so eloquently is the fact that stress has the potential to overwhelm our defenses and make us feel out of control. When our minds are consumed with worry and stress, positivity becomes a distant dream. Our negative thoughts feed on each other and grow stronger with every cycle. Read More

Throw Out Your “To Do” List and Get More from Semi-Retirement

By Becki Cohn-Vargas February 13, 2017

Do you have a checklist in your mind that ticks off what counts? I do. It’s a proverbial one.

Let’s see, I get a point for working long hours, another point for making money, a point for having a day when I did not overeat and did my exercises. I get points for visiting a sick person, but not as many as I do when I get a new job contract, especially one that affords status. Read More

Do You Love Your Leggings?

By Margaret Manning February 12, 2017

Many women in their 60s have a love–hate relationship with their leggings. While they are among the most comfortable items of clothing that we own, they aren’t always super flattering. Well, if you’re a fan of your leggings, I have good news!

One of our guest writers, Jodie Filogomo, recently wrote a post on how to look fabulous in your leggings. She has some amazing ideas! I’d also love to hear about whether you love your leggings and how you wear them.

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

What is Money? Money Management Tips for Women Over 60

By Margaret Manning February 10, 2017

Money, in our world, is a very important asset. Could money be defined as something other than paper bills and coins? Join us in discussion with financial advisor Allan Roth, who shares great insight on managing our money past the age of 60. Enjoy the show!  Read More

4 Things You Need to Know About a New Dementia Diagnosis

By Anthony Cirillo February 10, 2017

The recent PBS documentary, Alzheimer’s: Every Minute Counts, sounded an alarm and a wakeup call to the devastation being caused by dementia, including Alzheimer’s. As more and more people become impacted, it’s important to help family members, including children and the community-at-large, understand the disease so everyone knows how they can help.  Read More

Why 2017 is the Perfect Year to Discover England

By Margaret Manning February 09, 2017

I was born in England – on Valetta Road in West London to be exact. I grew up in a tiny tenement house with hollyhocks in the small garden that were taller than me.

There were buildings all around us that had been destroyed during the war. Dreams and circumstances led me far away from my London roots, but, I’ve always had love in my heart for England. Read More

Happy 75th Birthday Carole King – You Are the Voice of Our Generation

By Margaret Manning February 09, 2017

I love Carole King. For over 50 years, she has created classic songs that touch us deep inside. She also ignited the careers of countless articles who made her songs their own. Today is Carole King’s 75th birthday and I’d love to wish her all the best on behalf of the Sixty and Me community! Read More

Dubrovnik Holidays: More Than Just a Games of Thrones and Star Wars Set

By Jane and Duncan Dempster-Smith February 04, 2017

Can you believe that one small city in Croatia can be the movie set for Games of Thrones, Star Wars and Robin Hood? Games of Throne and Robin Hood we can imagine, but Star Wars? That city is Dubrovnik, A UNESCO World Heritage Site. Read More

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

By Margaret Manning February 02, 2017

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

Are You Wearing a Costume to Work? Maybe it’s Time for an Encore Career!

By Delia Lloyd January 31, 2017

I ran into a former colleague at a party recently. He told me that despite having a prestigious and well-paying job in the private sector, he felt like he needed to move on from his current position because he’s been wearing a “costume” to work for the past two years. Read More