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Emotional Wellness

The Golden Mean: How Irrational Are You? How to Manage Difficult Emotions

“The best years of your life are the ones in which you decide your problems are your own. You do not blame them on your mother, the ecology, or the…

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Emotional Wellness

Steps to Building Resilience

“I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it.”—Maya Angelou Resilience refers to the ability of individuals to bounce back, recover, and…

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Wellness

Your Illustrious Gray Hair: A Crown of Beauty

“I love to see old women. I love wrinkles. I love gray hair.”—Alber Elbaz (Israeli fashion designer) Seven-year-old Erica jumped, skipped, twirled, and laughed as she stormed into her grandmother’s…

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Physical Health

Senior Women: The Seven Keys to Optimal Health

“Health is a state of complete harmony of the body, mind, and spirit. When one is free from physical disability and mental distractions, the gates of the soul open.”—B.K.S. Lyenger…

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Physical Health

Grow Old: Feel Good Doing It

“Anyone who stops learning is old, whether at twenty or eighty. Anyone who keeps learning stays young. The greatest thing in life is to keep your mind young.”—Henry Ford Despite…

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    Emotional Wellness

    Harmful Myths and Stereotypes About Older Women Versus the Real Truth

    “Myths are public dreams, dreams are private myths.”—Joseph Campbell. What is myth? “A widely held but false belief or idea.”—Oxford Languages According to Oxford Languages, other popular terms for myth are misconception, fallacy, mistaken belief, false notion, and misbelief. Myths are stories that create stereotypes. Stereotypes are only valid if we allow them to affect the way we live. Example: Older women are content to stay home, chat with friends, shop online, and watch soap operas on TV. Does it not anger you to hear that many consider older women irrelevant, unmotivated, and unimportant?!? How dare they!!! Yes, such beliefs get me riled up! Have you heard the stories about…

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    Life Purpose

    Navigating the Return to Work: A Guide After a Long-Term Illness

    By Guest Blogger: Sandra D. Polster Embarking on a journey back into the workforce after a long-term illness is a nuanced endeavor that requires careful planning and self-reflection. This transition demands a strategic approach that marries an honest assessment of your health with a proactive search for fulfilling employment. The aim is to find a professional path that respects your physical and mental well-being and aligns with your career aspirations. Golden Pen Empower Mature Health Blog shares more: Evaluating Your Health and Capacity The initial step towards reintegration into professional life necessitates thoroughly evaluating your current health status. Understanding persisting limitations is critical to identifying work environments and roles conducive…

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    Supplements: What You Need to Know

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    Life Purpose

    Achieve What You Want: Continued Education and Skill Development for Older Women

    “Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death.”—Albert Einstein. Oh, how I love learning! Sometimes, I think I left my mother’s womb with a book in my hand. I can’t remember when I wasn’t engaged in learning something new and exciting. Yes, I’m a bookaholic, a bibliophile, and a literary addict! What about you? Are you an older woman wondering, “What now?” If you are in good health and free of childrearing, you can enhance your personal life by continuing your education and developing new skills. Skill development for older women is a valuable and empowering process that can enhance your personal life and make you happier…

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    The Happiness Code: 6 Ways to Find Happiness Today, Tomorrow, and Into Your Future

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    Empowering Women’s Minds: 7 Ways to Nurture Your Brain Health Today, Tomorrow, and into Your Future

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    Harmony Within: A Journey to Spiritual Wellness

    Emily writes: “I’m beyond furious right now! Both Mom and Grammy are irresponsible with money. Without my knowledge, they let the power bill slip for a couple of months. Mom made a small payment in December, barely enough to leave a dent in the bill. “Mom had an appointment today that was three hours away, and Grammy was nice enough to take her so I could sleep in. I woke up and discovered the power had turned off! The house’s temperature was already down to fifty-seven and continued to drop. We had an electric stove, so I couldn’t cook. “All but three dollars of my check went to rent this…

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    How to Find Purpose in Your Job: 9 Steps

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    Relaxation Techniques to Promote Overall Well-Being

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    Physical Health

    5 Key Principles of Functional Fitness: Improve Your Ability to Perform Everyday Tasks

    “Nothing will work unless you do.”—Maya Angelou It was a Saturday afternoon. Marie had just started her weekly household chores. Suddenly, Marie couldn’t get her breath and slumped down on the sofa. Was Marie having a heart attack? How could that be? Marie was only fifty-seven years old but somewhat overweight. “Statistics from the American Heart Association (AHA) state the average age of a person at the time of their first heart attack in the United States is 65.5 years for men and 72 years for female. However, heart attacks can happen to anyone.” (Source: medicalnewstoday.com) It would be sad enough if Marie’s situation were an isolated incident. But every…

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    Emotional Wellness

    How to Build Confidence in 7 Easy Steps

    “Don’t waste your energy trying to change opinions … do your thing, and don’t care if they don’t like it.”—Tina Fey Marsha’s story: “I worked on my idea to start a relationship coaching business for months. “I finally completed coaches training, awarded my credential, and had marketing ideas to attract clients. “However, I started to have self-doubts. After all, I was a divorced mother of three children. Who was I to offer my services as a relationship coach? “What if I fail? “I lost my nerve and my confidence.” What is confidence? The word “confidence” originates from the Latin word confidere, which means “to believe in yourself completely” or “to…

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    Emotional Wellness

    Listening to the Family Caregiver: Stories from the Frontlines

    “There are only four kinds of people in the world: Those who have been caregivers. Those who are currently caregivers. Those who will be caregivers, and those who will need a caregiver.”—Rosalyn Carter There are numerous family caregiver stories—one for every family caregiver. And exactly how many family caregivers are there? Key Facts: In 2020, 41.8 million Americans provided unpaid care to an adult over the age of 50. That’s nearly 17% of the U.S. adult population. 89% of caregivers care for a relative or other loved one, such as a spouse. 7 hours per week is the average time caregivers spend providing unpaid care for loved ones they don’t…

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    Emotional Wellness

    Charting the Course Through Loss: Strategies for Healing and Growth

    By: Hazel Bridges, Guest Blogger Navigating the aftermath of loss requires resilience and a deliberate approach to healing. Establishing goals conducive to well-being is not just beneficial; it is necessary for regaining balance. This article delves into actionable strategies to construct a foundation for recovery in the face of grief. Creating a Structured Routine Amidst the turmoil that loss can bring, establishing a daily routine is akin to introducing a compass in a storm, offering direction and a semblance of order. Consistent routines serve as anchors, providing a rhythm to our days that brings solace and a predictable structure during times of upheaval. This consistency becomes a source of comfort,…

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    Emotional Wellness

    How to Create a Positive Self-Image

    “I got my own back.”—Maya Angelou A person’s true beauty, or handsomeness, does not depend upon physical form. Though it may sound corny, the inner person makes one either attractive or disliked. Do you accept yourself the way you are? “Self-image is the personal view, or mental picture, that we have of ourselves. Self-image is an ‘internal dictionary’ that describes the characteristics of the self, including such things as intelligent, beautiful, ugly, talented, selfish, and kind.”—Cleveland Clinic.org What is your self-image? Would you like to change or improve your self-image? Creating a positive self-image is essential for your mental and emotional well-being. In this article, I will share seven (7)…

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    Seven Ways to Love Your Body

    “I don’t have perfect teeth. I’m not stick thin. I want to be the person who feels great in her body and can say that she loves it and doesn’t want to change anything.”—Emma Watson Are you obsessed with how you look? Take this brief quiz to find out: Which statement best describes how you feel about yourself: I’m never satisfied with the way I look. I’m sometimes happy with the way I look. I’m always pleased with the way I look. What would you like to change most about your body? Weight Muscle tone Body shape Skin changes Hair texture Complexion Posture and balance Other Complete the following sentence:…

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