Stop Feeling Powerless: Influence is Not Just a Young Person’s Game!
Softer than raw power, but still very important, influence plays a role in most of our communications with each other. Influence is a two-way street: we want to enhance ours and not be overly swayed by theirs. Read More
Sailing Solo: What I Learned from My First Cruise Alone
I had always wanted to take a cruise.
Everyone I know who’s ever gone has loved it and had wonderful stories to share. It seemed like an easy and fun way to go to many different destinations and travel with others closer to my own age. I received some great advice from people about how to pick the cruise that was right for me. Read More
Baby Boomers Are More Depressed than Other Generations – It’s Time to Fight Back!
Life after 60 is a time of transitions. Our kids have left the home. After decades climbing the corporate ladder, many of us are finding our careers grinding to a halt. Silver divorces are on the rise as many baby boomers re-evaluate their relationships. Read More
Does Happiness Come from Helping Others?
Can helping others really make you happier?
Let’s explore this concept together. Like so many things in life, happiness is a matter of perspective. When you are feeling anxious, or even a little depressed, it’s easy to get caught up in your own emotions. The more you think about your situation, the darker your thoughts tend to get, until moving forward seems impossible. Read More
Say Bye-Bye to these Kinds of Friends After 60
As baby boomers, we have collected a lot of friends over the last 50 to 60 years. Some of us still stay in touch with people we knew as children. Most of us have at least a few high school or college buddies. We have work friends and social acquaintances, poker buddies and professional contacts. Read More
How to Avoid Turning Into a “Grumpy Old Woman”
One of the stereotypes about aging is that people tend to get more conservative and unfriendly in their later years.
We’ve all seen movies where old people sit on their porches, complaining that “kids today just don’t get it.” Usually, these aren’t the kind of folks that you would like to invite over to your place for a beer. Read More
Turning 60? It’s Time to Change Your Mindset from “I’m Not Perfect” to “I’m Good Enough”
I recently wrote an article on the secret of being fearless in your 60s. It covered the things that older women worry about.
In the comments, women shared their fears about not having enough time left, not having enough money, not being beautiful enough, not having enough talent, not feeling good enough – just not BEING enough.
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The Joys of Educational Travel with Grandchildren
Smith College, in the 1960s, was a hotbed of social activism. Students on the all-female campus stood up not just for women’s rights, but for human rights.
One student in particular made her life’s work to make the world a better place. From contributing to President John F. Kennedy’s “War on Poverty” to serving in the Peace Corps in Sierra Leone to a career as a teacher, Lee has always believed that education is society’s great equalizer. Read More
Has Social Isolation Snuck Up on You? Here Are 6 Ways to Reconnect with People
Isolation sneaks up on ya! Has it snuck up on you too?
I had been building my business as an “Influencer” for over 35 years and this year decided to do something differently. However, disconnecting from that business network for a different focus caught me with a sideline surprise. Read More
The Importance of Random Acts of Kindness
Does it ever feel like, socially speaking, the world is becoming a colder place. Maybe it’s my imagination, but, a few decades ago, I remember people saying hi to each other on the streets more often. Now, people can barely look up from their phones to order their Starbucks lattes. Well, today, I want to tell you about one way that I am fighting back against social isolation – random acts of kindness. Offering a compliment, helping a neighbor or volunteering your time can create a virtuous cycle. Let’s talk about some of the many benefits of random acts of kindness. 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