How Can Boomer Women Budget Well to Beat the Recession?
A recession is a big drop in economic activity that happens all over the economy and lasts more than a few months. In real life, a recession is when unemployment increases, more businesses fail, and the economy is generally in bad shape…
Read More8 Holiday Health and Fitness Tricks That Aging Women Can Put to Use
In the season of holiday cheer, most of us want to relax, grab a book, and cuddle near the fireplace. This is the perfect occasion to put exercise on the backburner and instead devote our time to cooking or visiting family…
Read MoreManaging Stress with the Relaxation Response Method
We have all experienced stress in our lives. It’s a normal and natural part of life. But did you know there is a difference between the stress response and the stress reaction? To understand this, we must look to the pioneering work…
Read MoreHow Are You Managing Your Cholesterol Levels?
Two years ago, after my annual physical, I learned that my cholesterol was elevated. This came as a total surprise to me. I am nothing if not a healthy eater: My breakfast of choice alternates between a steaming bowl of slow-cooked Irish oatmeal…
Read MoreHoliday Connections or Conflict – Delve into the Spirit with a Care Culture of Well-Being
“It’s so difficult to find the right gifts for loved-ones because what we really want for the holidays – connection, hope, faith, joy, wonder, magic – can’t be found on the shelves or on-line…”
Read MoreLessons on Aging from My Mother and Grandmother
Now that I have become “their age” I find myself thinking a lot about my grandmother (Tania) and my mother (Helen). After all, they were my first aging female role models…
Read MoreHow to Rewrite the Story of Aging After 60
Do you remember in our adolescence all we could think about was getting older? Then a curious thing happened. We became adults and the general perceptions around aging radically changed, and with it, so did our stories about aging…
Read MoreDo You Play Pickleball? Well, You Should!
If you’re a senior looking for an excellent way to get in shape, look no further than pickleball! A new study has shown that this popular sport is an excellent exercise for older adults. So, what are you waiting for? Pick up a paddle and start playing!
Read MoreNourish Your Beautiful Aging Skin from the Inside Out: 5 Foods to Eat Today
Being focused on getting my aging skin look beautiful, I got to the point where buying expensive skincare products cramped both my style and my budget. And, to make matters worse, when I looked in the mirror, I didn’t see any difference…
Read MoreFun Fall Activities to Do with Your Grandkids that Boost Healthy Aging
It’s not hard to let the mind wander to visions of fires, pumpkin spice, the jittery excitement of the holidays right around the corner. If you’re already making your autumn plans, don’t miss these clever ideas for activities to do with your grandkids…
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