Do You Want to Know When You Will Die?
Not long ago, my husband said rather casually to me, “I wish I knew when I was going to die.” An important wish, indeed. He is 81. But his concern was neither spiritual nor existential. He was wondering whether it was worth his while to have a knee…
Read More7 Challenges of Being Enough After 60
Throughout life, each of us faces challenges about feeling loved, happy, and fulfilled. Perhaps no challenge is more prevalent for those of us over 60 than the feeling of not being enough. There are a host of reasons we may feel we are not enough as we age…
Read MoreThe Solo Journey Challenge
By choice or otherwise, 90% of us women will be left solely in charge of our household finances. Whether you become suddenly single through divorce or widowhood, the experience is a financial challenge. You may be dealing with half…
Read MoreImprove Your Life by Tackling Tolerations: Stop Putting Up with ‘STUFF’
Women tolerate a lot. We put up with a lot of irritating annoyances. We’re taught not to complain, not to rock the boat, to go along with others, to be grateful for what we have, to be understanding, to be constantly available to family and friends…
Read MoreHow Do You Maintain Your Appearance and a Positive Body Image as You Age?
Have you heard of the term, “appearance investment”? My friend shared this article from Psychology Today, “Can Appearance Investment Contribute to Positive Body Image?” Appearance investment is a term used by psychologists…
Read MoreThe Secret to Finding Genuine Connection: The Shift from Mr. Perfect to Mr. Real in Mature Love
At this stage in life, many women find themselves weighing the idea of searching for the “Perfect Man” who fulfills all their desires against the reality of finding a “Real Man” who isn’t perfect but has what’s important for creating a good relationship…
Read MoreCreate a Peaceful Transition from Work to Personal Time
In today’s fast-paced world, where the line between work and personal life often blurs, the art of transitioning between the two has never been more crucial. With the demands of life, it’s easy to overlook the importance of carving out a peaceful transition…
Read More10 Steps to Build Your Self-Esteem After 60
Life after 60 is a beautiful and vibrant time. However, there are numerous emotional highs and lows many people over 60 face. Is there a proven and effective way to balance your sense of well-being and love more of who you are in the face of life’s ebbs and flows?
Read MoreThe Importance of Establishing Boundaries After 60
I recently found myself in a position where, at the age of 62, I have begun to establish and actually stick with some boundaries. This came with a complete mindset change – I wasn’t just paying lip service to this idea – it felt very different in my brain…
Read MoreDon’t Relinquish Your Perfectionist Tendencies – Establish New Standards Instead!
How many times have you been admonished to release your perfectionist tendencies? I’ve often taken this advice to heart, and with pride, declared, “Today, I’m relinquishing my perfectionist queen crown forever!”
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