Many Baby Boomers are now considered ‘empty nesters’. If your children are grown up and gone, with families of their own, you might be thinking about relocating to a smaller place where you can enjoy retirement. In fact, 36% of Boomers will move or plan to move when they become empty nesters. But relocating comes with its own set of challenges. One study found that 6 out … [Read more...]
Expat Winton Churchill Helps Boomers Make Money as Freelancers
Are you frustrated because your Social Security payments only go so far, and you want more fun and flexibility in your life? Does hanging around the house make you feel invisible while young people are getting things done? Maybe you've thought of becoming an online freelancer to make extra money using your lifelong skills. I interviewed Winton Churchill, who is an author, … [Read more...]
Does Dealing with Life Transitions Leave You Unsettled?
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 Build Confidence and Self-Esteem as You Grow Older
Once you reach a certain age, it’s easy to accept yourself as you are and settle into familiar rhythms and habits about what you enjoy, dislike, or see yourself pursuing. Breaking habits become difficult, and seeing yourself differently - a stranger from the "you" of the last several decades - can be challenging, and erode your confidence if you allow it to. But, you don't … [Read more...]
How to Develop the Skill of Being Adaptable to Survive Life’s Challenges
We all go through hard times, and as a Baby Boomer, you’ve probably experienced a challenge or two during your lifetime. Not everyone reacts to them the same way. Some people let their difficulties get the best of them and sink into depression or even suicide. Others go into panic mode and become physically ill. Some are good at being adaptable and manage to work through life … [Read more...]