Reinventing Yourself

Remember the little girl who used to run barefoot through the grass, chasing fireflies without a care in the world? Or the young woman who dreamed big, laughed often, and wasn’t afraid to say yes to adventures? Somewhere along the way, between juggling responsibilities…

No matter how old we are, it’s always exciting to have something to look forward to. Working, enjoying retirement, or a little of both. Anticipation is a lovely thing. Every year, I set major goals…

For many women over 60, life feels like a fresh page. After decades of giving to family, careers, and community, it’s common to ask, “What do I want now?” This question isn’t selfish – it’s powerful. It’s the starting point for personal branding after 60. Unlike traditional…

Women over 60 often find themselves shouldering a disproportionate weight of familial and societal expectations. As a result, many find themselves struggling with a similar, quiet issue: martyr syndrome. Today’s article delves into the unique challenges…

For myself and so many of the women in my community, the most verbalized barrier that stands in our way is a perceived lack of time in each day. Many of us are still working. We are often caring for our own aging parents and helping with grandchildren…

Cruising along the freeway, my sister, Joan, and I were absorbed in a passionate discussion. Suddenly, time stood still. The car in front of us spun out of control, leaving the driver facing us…

Not long ago, society told us that careers followed a straight path: pick a job, stick with it for decades, and retire. Charting a new path in your 60s? That wasn’t part of the plan. But times have changed. And so have the opportunities for reinvention. Whether you are seeking…

As we reach our 60th birthday, it’s natural to look back and ask where all the time has gone. Of course, we know “logically,” exactly what we have done with our lives. For the last 6 decades, we built our careers, raised…

As we enter our 60s, we may often find ourselves frustrated. Life may not have turned out exactly as we had planned or hoped. There can be unexpected challenges or obstacles that make it more difficult to fulfill the visions we may have had of our “golden years”…

As I was making the four-hour drive back home after helping my 80-plus-year-old mom pack up and move to live closer to us, I reflected on my current life situation. Family has always been a priority for me and has continued to be even though my children…