The cold weather months often bring feelings of sadness that aren't easily explained especially as we age. There is a medical term for this affliction called Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD for short. It is common during the gloomy fall and winter months and is accompanied by feelings of hopelessness. Women experience this more often than men. We lose hours of daylight … [Read more...]
Why Seniors Should Consider Forest Bathing to Heal and Renew
As a senior living in the urban environment of Los Angeles, I always look for opportunities to spend time in green spaces. It wasn’t until I was introduced to a book called Forest Bathing, by Dr. Qing Li, that I learned about the enormous healing capacity of trees, plants, and nature. Dr. Li lives in Tokyo, Japan, and is the Chairman of the Japanese Society for Forest … [Read more...]
Is House Sharing a New Trend for Baby Boomer Women?
As we grow older, many of us will lose a spouse or partner and find ourselves single again. Or, we may not be working as much as we did when we were younger and want to save money on living expenses by house sharing. House sharing rentals have become a popular choice for older widows, divorcees, or those who never got around to getting married. Trying to manage on your own … [Read more...]
How Seniors Can Avoid Becoming the Victim of Con Artists
Have you been seeking money-making opportunities, self-improvement, or even fun adventures? If you are that's fabulous but sometimes it's easy to become bamboozled by charismatic con artists who pick up on their victim's goals and dreams and suck them into their world. The last thing we want as seniors is to lose money we need to live on. My father was a salesman and I … [Read more...]
How to Survive Caregiving a Loved One
In general, I love to write about sexier stuff like travel, fashion, and lifestyle for women over 50, but sometimes life intervenes. Taking care of a sick loved one is a challenge. Obviously, you’d like to see them get better, but sometimes it’s a waiting game. It affects everything in your life, from going out with friends, your work, traveling, and even what you eat. … [Read more...]