One of the longest-running commercials on TV is the one where the old lady is lying on the ground yelling “I’ve fallen, and I can’t get up.” I remember listening to it when I was young, thinking it was something old people had to worry about. Now that most of us Baby Boomers are 60+, it’s one of our greatest fears. While I was walking my dogs, I tripped on something and … [Read more...]
How to Develop the Skill of Being Adaptable to Survive Life’s Challenges
We all go through hard times, and as a Baby Boomer, you’ve probably experienced a challenge or two during your lifetime. Not everyone reacts to them the same way. Some people let their difficulties get the best of them and sink into depression or even suicide. Others go into panic mode and become physically ill. Some are good at being adaptable and manage to work through life … [Read more...]
Boomer Brands: Iconic Brands That Shaped Our Childhood
What brands do you remember most when you look back to the 60s and 70s? The first one that comes to my mind is Frosted Flakes. I guess I must have had a crush on Tony the Tiger. Others were Twinkies, Kool-Aid, Tang, and Oscar Mayer weiners. Barry Silverstein's first book is called Boomer Brands: Iconic Brands that Shaped Our Childhood. It’s a fun read and brings back fond … [Read more...]
How to End Stress Related Back Pain as You Age
The National Institute of Health reports that 80 percent of adults experience back pain, with one in four suffering from it at least one day every three months. Risk factors include age, fitness level, diet, heredity, race, disease, smoking status, and work-related risks. Many instances are stress-related. Baby Boomers are beginning to feel the effects of … [Read more...]
How to Protect Your Retirement Before a Second Marriage
One of the reasons that people get married is so that they have someone to spend their golden years with. Seeing as life doesn’t always grant us the fairytale ending that we desire, a first attempt at marriage could end in divorce. Divorce at any stage of your life can cause a great deal of emotional and mental distress. However, there is always hope after divorce, as an … [Read more...]