Are You Nostalgic or Depressed as You Retire from Work?
During times of transition, feelings of nostalgia are pronounced. We yearn for what was. Bonding with colleagues at work. Evenings at the pub with good friends. Precious, fleeting moments with children and family. It’s easy to indulge in a whirlpool of remembering when…
Read MoreWidows Rock! Thriving in Stage 3 of Widowhood
My husband died in my arms right before Valentine’s Day 16 years ago. I soon found a quote by Alan Watts that became my mantra for many months afterward as I moved through the initial phases of widowhood: “The only way to make sense out of change…
Read More10 Best All-Inclusive Hotels for Women Over 50
Are you looking for your next getaway? Do you want to simply relax and not have anything to worry about? Maybe an all-inclusive hotel is what you need. An all-inclusive hotel, also known as an all-inclusive resort, is a type of accommodation…
Read More7 Wash-and-Wear Haircuts for Women Over 60
Age is just a number, and when it comes to style, women over 60 are rewriting the rules and embracing their unique beauty with confidence. One trend that is making a huge comeback is the wash-and-wear haircut, a liberating…
Read MoreIs Bike Riding Still an Option for Those Over 60?
If you’ve ever been asked this question, you know the answer is a resounding YES. For many of us, it’s difficult to imagine our parents on a bicycle in their 60s, 70s and even 80s. Luckily, things have changed. We lead much more physically…
Read More10 Life-Altering Benefits for Laughing Every Day After 60
Do you find yourself laughing every day? And by ‘laughing’ I’m not referring to the occasional chuckle or half-hearted smile. I’m talking about laughing to the point where your cheeks hurt. The kind of laughter where you feel your abs…
Read More9 Must Have Clothing Items That Complete Your Wardrobe After 60
A classic dresser knows what looks good on her shape, and she repeats that look. Rather than follow this year’s “must-have’s” that will become next year’s discards, she stays with a look that lasts. If you shy away from fashions that change every year…
Read MorePrivate Life: Should Your Kids Read Your Journals When You’re Gone?
My friend’s mother died after a sudden stroke, and among her belongings he and his siblings discovered volumes of journals, going back 40 years. They started reading through these family artifacts and learned a lot…
Read MoreLet Me Share Two Moments of Pure Joy
What brings us happiness? There are so many things that money will buy – a foreign cruise, a new car with all mod cons or lots of bling. You can have all that. I recently had two moments of pure joy, which cost not a cent. Each made me a very happy woman…
Read MoreBetter Balance: Not Just for Gymnasts, Essential for Everyday Life
Have you ever stopped to consider how balance affects your daily activities? Until we notice changes in our balance, we think it’s only needed for gymnastics or ice skating. However, what many of us don’t realize is how crucial balance is for everyday activities…
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