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Creating a DIY Wellness Retreat on a Budget
Taking time to recharge is critical to older women’s health, but it may be beyond your budget. Instead, try a DIY wellness retreat.

Kaye Olsson
4 days ago5 min read


Grieving 2025 (Our Annus Horribilis) Before Moving Forward
A new year heralds a renewed sense of optimism. However, after 2025’s tumultuous events, we may be better served by making time to grieve.
Dorian Martin
Jan 108 min read


Taking Tension Out of Setting a Yearly Intention
As we ring out the old year while ringing in the new, why not try a “new” tradition: setting an annual intention instead of a resolution.
Dorian Martin
Dec 19, 20255 min read


Surprise! Learning to (Finally) Celebrate Ourselves
Having been taught to celebrate others, women can find being in the spotlight difficult. How can we revise that inclination and accept others’ praise?

Danielle Legg
Dec 13, 20256 min read


Full Circle: Realizing a Lifelong Dream to Publish a Book
In this podcast, Dorian Martin and Merry Palmer discuss Merry’s lifelong dream to publish a book, which resulted in “Voice of the Dolphin.”
Dorian Martin
Dec 6, 20252 min read


When Words Hesitate – Get Messy with Paint, Scissors, Glue
A mixed-methods approach to journaling offers a different and fun approach to reflection that can enhance creativity and create a flow state.

Brenda Riojas
Nov 29, 20255 min read


Vanquishing the Wicked Witch's Hold on My Life
Culture fixates on enemies, which can lead to a victim mentality. A healthier option: let the old story go, choose differently and find peace.
Dorian Martin
Nov 22, 20258 min read


What To Do If You Unexpectedly Lose Your Job
If you (or a woman you know) has unexpectedly lost your job, here are some tips to maintain your balance and take steps to find something new.

Rhonda Collins
Nov 15, 20253 min read


I Start Wondering Conversation: Journaling as Life’s Compass
In this podcast, Brenda Riojas and Lydia Pesina describe how journaling can tap into transformative inner wisdom to guide a woman’s life.
ISW Conversation
Nov 8, 20253 min read


All the Single Ladies: Happily Flying Solo
Many women are remaining single, a lifestyle choice that offer many surprising benefits—and important lessons for women who have partners

Kaye Olsson
Oct 31, 20254 min read
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