The third age of a womans life is a rich journey of discovery. Whether you know it or not, as middle aged women, this is the most exciting time of your life.
The 3rd Age is a time for new growth. It's a time to gather up all the love, laughter, loss and sorrow and use that harvest of wisdom and experience to realize our dearest dreams and passions - those dreams and passions held at bay for so long by obligations to work and family. This is the baby boomer generation aging well.
And finally, the 3rd Age is an invitation to lose your inhibitions and fears, cut loose and joyfully create the time of your life.
Please join us!
When I'm not writing for the site, I troll the internet for topics of interest to women in this age group...(well, really I post what I find interesting) so have a pick through some items here. I particularly like Strangers on a Train.
The third age of a womans life is her most fulfilling. It is when she has the opportunity to become the woman she was meant to be. This is the journey we are documenting and sharing.
Setting personal goals at regular stages is the way we move forward and mark our progress. The third age is one of the key refocussing points in your life, so don't ignore it.
Part of living well is enjoying your life while not destroying the potential for the lives that follow. Here are some green principles on how you can live well and help the planet.
Making space in your physical world can have an amazing effect on making space in your emotional and intellectual world too. Clearing clutter works in all dimensions.
By the time you are hitting your middle age, you need to have your personal money management under control. Not just your spending, but your saving as well.
Preparing a last will and testament isn't that difficult, but unless you know how to write a will, your final wishes may not be carried out the way you want.
There are really only two things worth giving to others...your time or your money. Giving either or both is very rewarding. Philanthropy seriously changes lives.
You know the feeling, disgust with yourself, bloated because you have over eaten again. How to stop overeating? It's going to take a bit of retraining on your part but you can stop overeating.
Once you are in your 50's, all those bad lifestyle choices you made previously come home to roost. The benefits of exercise are wide ranging and for some, life saving.
Statistically there is a link between depression and menopause, but depression is not considered a symptom of menopause. How will you know the difference?
If you think it's all uphill from here to get better health outcomes, don't panic. Incorporate the 10% difference in your daily life and reach your health goals.
When reviewing the important things in life, relationship questions inevitably arise. The quality of our relationships are an important link with how happy we are.
If you've found yourself wondering whatever happened to whats-her-face, it might be time to use the internet for finding old friends and reconnecting with long lost girlfriends.
Empty Nest Syndrome is a real and serious condition for parents who become depressed when their children leave home. We have some suggestions for Empty Nest Parents which may help.
A common concern around women and aging is wrinkles and the link with skin care. Here are five tips that represent the minimum practice required for healthy skin.
The search for effective anti aging skincare products might be closer than you think and might cost a lot less too. Don't look in the bathroom,,,check out the kitchen!
There are a lot of myths around dieting which can lead to false starts, ridiculous sacrifice and downright poor health outcomes. Here we dispense with six of the most persistant myths around dieting.
Can you still be fashionable at 50? Yes and it's your duty to the sisterhood to contribute what you can to the look. It can be difficult but there are some fundamental tips to fashion after 50.
Women are moving into larger clothing sizes. This is not a debate on obesity or dieting, but a list of tips to have you look your best in womens plus size clothing, no matter what size you are.
Reflection is vital before you can build a positive third age identity. You need to reflect on the life that you currently have and decide what to keep and what to turf.
Research has shown that we can raise our baseline happiness if we use our signature strengths every day. Test for yours and improve your happiness level forever.
If you suffer from low self esteem, and lack of confidence, it will stop you reaching your potential. Follow these six pointers and start improving self-esteem.
We live in uncertain times. It might help make you feel better if you have a bug out bag or disaster survival kit on hand to at least be as prepared as you can be.
All our lives we are told <i>beauty is only skin deep</i> and it is. But we don’t really believe it. Ladies, if we are going to age well, it's time to believe.
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