This is Fourth of July week, and people are getting ready to celebrate. But there are challenges for sure. The weather has been sweltering throughout most of the United States. We’ve been lucky here in Los Angeles so far, but the heat will eventually set in. Los Angeles has been experiencing its own kind of heat. We have thousands of Marines and National Guard personnel … [Read more...]
Sun Safety 101 for Seniors: Tips to Protect Yourself
Spending time outdoors in the summer is one of the best activities as you get older. But don’t forget that as we age, our skin loses elasticity and its ability to block harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. So, before you step into direct sunlight, strengthen your skin with the right sun protection. The Hazards of Seniors Getting Too Much Sun While sunlight stimulates Vitamin D … [Read more...]
How One Retired Teacher Found Her Second Act in Storytelling
Writing After Teaching (My First Inspiration) I was an inspired teacher. I experienced my first nudge of a dream to become an elementary school teacher in second grade - largely due to the teacher I was blessed to have in second grade. With her positive and kind spirit, “Miss B” was as skilled at motivating us to fulfill our academic requirements, … [Read more...]
Becoming You: The Proven Method for Crafting Your Authentic Life and Career by Susy Welch
I attended a book signing for Suzy Welch, author of "Becoming You: The Proven Method for Crafting Your Authentic Life and Career," hosted by Thrive Causemetics at Ziggy’s Bookstore in Santa Monica, California. Suzy Welch is a celebrated business thought leader who is a former editor-in-chief of Harvard Business Review, a NYU business professor, and an acclaimed author. Her … [Read more...]
Starting Over in My Eighth Decade
My typical online searches fall somewhere between WebMD and sheer panic:“Why do I have this mysterious rash on my chest?”“Does castor oil really reduce wrinkles?”“How can I treat vertigo without tipping over in public?” But nothing prepared me for the day I found myself Googling:“What to do when your 76-year-old partner of 25 years cheats on you—with multiple women.” I … [Read more...]