While I was at Miraval, the amazing wellness resort and spa in Tucson, Arizona, my daughter and I sat in on a class called “The Gift of Gratitude.” I wanted to share some of the insights we learned about how to express gratitude, to make your days a little brighter. At first, I wasn’t sure what to expect and was more interested in spa treatments and exercise classes than … [Read more...]
How to Stop People from Thinking of You as an Old Lady
I want to break the stereotype of how people perceive women of a certain age as old ladies. There is still plenty of advertising with images of little hunched-up old grannies. Here’s what’s funny. I’m a voice actor and can’t play an old lady because my voice still sounds like a kid. As a blogger and YouTuber, brands constantly ask me to promote commode chairs, toilet … [Read more...]
How to Achieve Balance and Inner Peace During the Holidays
I interviewed Rabbi and Cantor Judy Greenfeld who is a concierge Rabbi in West Los Angeles. She talked about how to achieve balance and spiritual contentment during the holidays as it is a stressful time for many people. Her tips are Universal and can apply to anyone no matter what religion they are. Watch my video interview here About Rabbi Judy Rabbi and Cantor … [Read more...]
How to Not Be Boring at Parties and Other Social Events
You know what I’m talking about. A guest at a party drones on and on about the mundane happenings in their life. They aren’t toxic or mean. . . they’re just boring. A boring person will often try to dominate the conversation. Each sentence they utter ends without a pause so that the person they are talking to cannot jump in and respond. They keep talking while those around … [Read more...]
Is Social Connection Easy or Hard for You Over 50?
Social connection is a key to longevity among centenarians. Most of them have a circle of family and friends they see on a regular basis in person who support them. Friends on Facebook or Instagram don’t really count. I admit staying connected with lifelong friends and family hasn’t been easy for me as I tend to be a loner. Some of the people I know may not see me that way … [Read more...]
