For most of my career, I was focused on the next goal, the next deal, the next milestone. I was good at achieving things. What I wasn't as good at was pausing long enough to tell the people who helped me get there what they actually meant to me. I assumed they knew. I told myself I'd say it eventually. And then one day I realized how close I'd come to never saying it at … [Read more...]
How to Reduce Taxes on Your Retirement Income (Even After You Stop Working)
This article is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute tax or financial advice. Please consult a qualified tax professional or financial advisor for guidance specific to your situation. A lot of people expect retirement to bring a smaller tax bill. Sometimes it does. Sometimes it does not. You may no longer be earning a paycheck, but … [Read more...]
How Your Foot Shape and Arch Type Affect the Best Shoes for Women Over 50
I've been watching many fashion videos for women over 50. Often, these fashion mavens recommended that their viewers pair their pants or dresses with pointed shoes or heels to stay stylish. That's fine if you have pointed feet, but if you try to stick a square shape into a triangle, it can be excruciating. I bought a pair of pointed-toe flats for my daughter's wedding and … [Read more...]
Why Spring Reset Wellness Experiences Are Trending Right Now
This spring, I’m noticing a shift—not just in the season, but in how people are approaching wellness. It’s no longer about doing more; it’s about doing what actually feels good, intentional, and sustainable. More than ever, people are craving a true reset. For me, that idea of a reset is deeply personal I grew up in a spiritual family where gratitude and giving back were … [Read more...]
I Used ChatGPT to Give Me a Clothing Color Analysis: My Results
By now, you’ve probably heard about ChatGPT and some of the other AI-generated programs. They can be used to ask questions, write just about anything, help with planning of all sorts, create graphics, and the list goes on and on. I watched a YouTube video featuring a clothing color consultant named Alice, who created a prompt for AI to do a color analysis based on skin tone, … [Read more...]