Change is never easy. The human spirit needs stability. The human mind craves predictability. Life transitions are uncomfortable, worrisome, and stressful. As much as we try to avoid it, however, change is also inevitable. And that’s not always a bad thing. In fact, some life changes are wonderful—getting married, having a child, starting a business, buying a home, and … [Read more...]
How to End Stress Related Back Pain as You Age
The National Institute of Health reports that 80 percent of adults experience back pain, with one in four suffering from it at least one day every three months. Risk factors include age, fitness level, diet, heredity, race, disease, smoking status, and work-related risks. Many instances are stress-related. Baby Boomers are beginning to feel the effects of … [Read more...]
Are You Game to Travel Solo Over 50?
The idea of traveling solo as a woman over 50 sounds intriguing and tempting but it may also be scary if you've never done it before. Don't be deterred though, because many older women who are widowed, divorced, never married, or have partners not interested in traveling, are taking off to see the world on their own. They're eager to discover new destinations, soak up … [Read more...]
How to Survive Caregiving a Loved One
In general, I love to write about sexier stuff like travel, fashion, and lifestyle for women over 50 but sometimes life intervenes. Taking care of a sick loved one is a challenge. Obviously, you’d like to see them get better but sometimes it’s a waiting game. It affects everything in your life from going out with friends, your work, traveling, and even what you eat. However, … [Read more...]
9 of the Best Yoga Poses for Women Over 50
If you want to engage in a positive and effective workout, it pays to know where to start. Many women over 50 find it hard to get the time to work out regularly. If you are in this position, have you considered yoga? It's not as hard as you think. Here are some of the best yoga poses for women over 50. Try them out and see if you notice any difference in how you feel. … [Read more...]
