The emergence of AI (Artificial Intelligence) can be a source of good, as it helps increase productivity, facilitate better decision-making, and improve customer service for businesses. However, it also has a dark side, particularly regarding fraud and the exploitation of seniors. Watch my video about AI-Powered fraud I’ve noticed some of this in online advertising. … [Read more...]
Dealing With Displacement After a Catastrophe
If you thought I fell off the planet because I hadn’t written in my blog for a while it was because I was dealing with a major disaster. You never think a catastrophe will happen to you until it does. I remember feeling sick when I heard about the Lahaina fire because I had visited Maui years ago. On January 7, 2025, Los Angeles erupted in flames because of high winds and … [Read more...]
Personal Self-Defense Awareness Month| Thrive Causemetics Sheer Strength
January is Personal Self-Defense Awareness Month, and I was invited to attend a self-defense class given by Thrive Causemetics at their offices in Los Angeles. We enjoyed a lovely lunch, got to try some of Thrive’s newest Sheer Strength™ Lip Plumping peptide gloss and hydrating lip tints, and were given tips on how to defend ourselves if we are accosted. The company works … [Read more...]
Do You Have a Fear of Driving Now That You’re Older?
Fear of driving, also known as Vehophobia, is hard at any age, but it may become even scarier as you grow older. You might find yourself having panic attacks while you are on the road that you never had previously, and they can be terrifying. There are many reasons that people develop a phobia for driving that have nothing to do with trauma from previous accidents. I noticed … [Read more...]
Winter Driving Safety Tips For Seniors Taking a Road Trip
There are several things to look forward to during winter: the holidays, the excuse to stay under the blankets with a mug of tea, and the peaceful silence that winter brings. On the other hand, there are also many things that can make winter not so enjoyable, especially as we get older. Easily one of the worst parts of winter is driving on snow- and ice-covered roads (no … [Read more...]