We’re all aware that being able to financially support ourselves during retirement is important, but it is only one part of retirement. Preparing for retirement should also include planning for what you want your retirement to look like. To truly create a retirement that you enjoy every day takes time - and there are some important questions to ask yourself before you … [Read more...]
5 Signs Your World Is Quietly Getting Smaller After 50
A smaller life is not necessarily a worse life. Many people reach a stage when they genuinely want fewer obligations, less rushing, and more time for the people and activities that matter most. The problem begins when the change happens so gradually that you do not notice your world has become smaller until it no longer feels like the world you want. After 50, ordinary life … [Read more...]
How Women Over 50 Can Turn Everyday Lifting Into Strength Training
When Rebecca wrote about her first week as a nanny grandmother, one line stopped me mid-scroll: "Each month I increase the amount of weight I lift." She was talking about her grandson. He arrived four weeks early at 4.5 pounds and has been adding to the load ever since. She also, without meaning to, offered the clearest plain-English take I have ever read on the rule behind … [Read more...]
Taking Pain Medication After Surgery or an Injury? Recognizing the Early Signs of Opioid Dependence
Recovering from surgery or an injury can be difficult at any age, but it may be especially challenging for older adults. A fall, broken bone, joint replacement, or other medical procedure can cause significant pain and temporarily interfere with everyday activities. Prescription pain medications, including opioids, can make recovery more manageable by reducing pain and helping … [Read more...]
LeMuse: How a Small Handmade Linen Fashion Company From Lithuania Has Gone International
As the daughter of a dressmaker, I appreciate handmade clothing. LeMuse is a company based in Vilnius, Lithuania, that specializes in relaxed, minimalist clothing made from natural fabrics. Because flax and linen have a long cultural tradition in the Baltic region, linen has become a signature part of the LeMuse collection. The company was founded in 2010 by designer Lina … [Read more...]