Posts Tagged ‘Boomers’

Jane Fonda Ted Talk: Aging, Health, Longevity and Joy

Inspiration for Women ( and men) After 50: A Rilke Poem for Monday Motivation

A Poem for Women after 50 Is there a song in you waiting to be sung? At 50, 60, 70+ we are called to fully express who we really are, to unleash our natural gifts and dreams. Rilke’s poem speaks to that so well. I have added italics. I hope it inspires you to soar! […]

Best Holiday Gift: Peace, Joy and Vision at the Winter Solstice

Best Holiday Tip: The Gift of Winter Solstice 2011 Winter Solstice is one of my favorite holidays of the entire year. While I used to dread (a joy-buster) the darkness and cold of winter, I have now befriended the dark. I love to sit in the quiet, light a candle and enjoy the moment, as […]

The Dalai Lama on Women’s Leadership: An Invitation to Passion, Purpose and Lasting Happiness

****JUST PUBLISHED: Joy after Fifty: A Woman’s Guide to Passion, Purpose and Lasting Happiness**** ~A SIMPLE BLUEPRINT FOR AN EXTRAORDINARY LIFE AT 50, 60 70 AND BEYOND~ The following is a excerpt from the Introduction to my book. Click here for rave reviews and to order. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ ~An Invitation~ Even though we’ve never met, you […]

Remembering Helen Keller: A Woman of Optimism, Resilience and Life Success

Inspiration from Helen Keller on Her Birthday I hope you enjoy this video and the quotes below. When I am feeling challenged in my life, I find inspiration in the life and wisdom of this remarkable woman—a model of courage, grace and determination to transform her “limitations” into a life purpose in service to humanity. […]

Your Big Life Dream: It’s Never Too Late!

Achieve Your Big Dream: Age is Only a Number! Congratulations to Jeanne Bernek, an 81-year-old great grandmother from Greensboro Bend, Vermont, who graduated from college with an Associates Degree in Business. Jeanne, who enjoys walking, hiking and gardening, remains as mentally active as she is physically. She decided to enroll in college in her late […]

Happy Mother’s Day: Celebrating With Gratitude, Love and Memories

Honoring and Remembering Our Mothers ** “A mother’s happiness is like a beacon, lighting up the future but reflected also on the past in the guise of fond memories.” ~HonorĂ© de Balzac As I write this, I am looking at a photo of my mother, Bertie, whose smile lit up the world. She brought a […]

Money Management for Women 50+ : Suze Orman on Financial Planning for Retirement

A recent AARP survey revealed that 60% of seniors have had to change their retirement plans as a result of the economic downturn. Although these numbers might dismay us, there is much we can do to ease financial hardship down the road. Financial planning expert Suze Orman’s new book: The Money Class: Learn to Create […]

Joy is the New Success: Keys to Health, Love, Creativity and Longevity

Joy is the new success in life and work! From my studies of the fields of positive psychology and the science of happiness, I have deepened my respect for the essential nature of  joy in our lives. It’s now proven that people who know how to activate inner joy are more successful in all areas […]

Sex for Women over 50, 60, 70+: Lovemaking and Passion as You Age

Women, Sex and Aging: Tips and Tools for more Enjoyment It’s long been acknowledged that for human beings, sex is a need, not a luxury. So how do we deal with some of the common problems related to sex and aging? These can include diminishing sex drive (which is unfortunately much more common among women), […]

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