Our Musings

A mixed-methods approach to journaling offers a different and fun approach to reflection that can enhance creativity and create a flow state.

Culture fixates on enemies, which can lead to a victim mentality. A healthier option: let the old story go, choose differently and find peace.

In this podcast, Brenda Riojas and Lydia Pesina describe how journaling can tap into transformative inner wisdom to guide a woman’s life.

Many women are remaining single, a lifestyle choice that offer many surprising benefits—and important lessons for women who have partners

Caregiving for a parent puts family dynamics under a microscope. What it this experience is a chance to understand and improve these relationships?

The lessons that we learn from our mothers have far-reaching ripple effects. Case in point: A first trek on a bike without training wheels.

The act of journaling can significantly enrich our lives through offering a place to record dreams, reflections, and context from our day.

Recently, it seems that women’s history is being rewritten, so we offer book recommendations that shed light on women’s historical contributions.

Finding a sense of flow through being present for life and embracing fun can help us enjoy more meaningful moments in life.

As I Start Wondering’s new chapter begins, we’re seeing how the past informs the present—and how different choices can create a hopeful future.

Sometimes we need to commit to creativity. Dare yourself to embrace a budding passion by investing time and money, and enjoy a little chaos.

When the gears in women’s lives start to grind or fall apart, turning to a coach may help put those pieces back together in a meaningful way

We come to a point in life when we contemplate what do with our “stuff.” We can learn from one woman’s quest to archive her life’s work.

Many older women find themselves spending more time alone. But by taking appropriate steps, being alone doesn’t have to mean being lonely.

World events feel like a scorching wildfire. We offer four steps to consider so you can avoid being burned or spreading the flames.

We’re living in a rapidly changing world, which can prompt regular feelings of anxiety. Here are five tips to navigate uncertainty

Poet Mary Oliver asked, “…what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” If you’re unsure, brainstorm a bucket list.

Personal growth is a journey requiring setting priorities, developing new behaviors, and establishing (and maintaining) personal boundaries.

The Trump Administration made two policy decisions on April 24 that could profoundly impact older women’s health and finances.

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