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How a Pot of Soup Can Be a Cure for Loneliness After 60

By Peg Doyle February 25, 2018

I listened to a program about loneliness and was struck by how much of it there is in society today. We’ve become isolated by the very technology that was designed to connect us…

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Are You Being Ageist… to Yourself? Here’s How it Affects How Others View You

By Kay Van Norman February 25, 2018

Recently, a colleague and I were discussing the impact of personal ageism on older adult health beliefs, and behaviors. We also talked about the way ageism impacts how older adults are viewed by others…

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5 Exciting Ways to Make Friends After 60

By Margaret Manning February 22, 2018

Friendship is so important at our age. When we have people we can trust in our lives, everything is just better. Unfortunately, with our kids out of the house and our careers winding down, it is not always easy to make friends after 60. So, today, I want to share 5 ways to make friends in the years leading up to – and during – retirement. 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

Are You Just Existing? Here Are 5 Simple Tools to Help You Find Your Purpose After 60

By Sue Loncaric February 15, 2018

The media talks a lot about the health benefits of living an active and full life. They say having a purpose in life is the key to positive aging, but are you stuck trying to find your purpose?  Read More

11 Life Hacks for When You Find Yourself Temporarily Disabled

By Jessica Hegg February 07, 2018

Has an injury or illness side-lined your mobility? Whether it’s a broken foot or a severe arthritis flare-up, when it is difficult to get out and about, life can grind to a halt…

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5 Unexpected Places to Meet New People in Retirement

By Molly Wisniewski January 28, 2018

There is such an abundance of free time in retirement that it is easy to feel unsure of how to restructure your day so that you can remain just as productive as you may have felt pre-retirement. Read More

Be Responsible… Then Go Out and Play!

By Mary Lou Harris January 08, 2018

I feel great that I am still learning from friends. A recent talk with one of my more responsible friends could apply to most of us over 60, so please allow me to share our exchange with you. Read More

6 Life Adjustments for a Purposeful Older Age

By Stephanie Raffelock January 08, 2018

Life recedes as we age. At first, you don’t realize it. One day you’re 40 and at the top of your game, and then 20 years have sped by. Suddenly, you wake up and it’s a young people’s world. Read More

8 Ways to Add Value to Your Life in the New Year

By Joan Frances Moran January 07, 2018

It is a common understanding that making important changes in your life reduces struggle and adds value to the quality of your living experience. Change can also help reduce stress and increase happiness. Read More

4 Ways to Get What You Want in Retirement

By Marcia Smalley December 15, 2017

I don’t consider myself ‘retired,’ but I do include myself among those who are retooling their lives now that a full-time job is a thing of the past. I’ve written previously for Sixty and Me about living a happy retired life, one without career demands. Read More