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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


The Transformative, Soul-Healing Power of Grief
Caregiving for a parent puts family dynamics under a microscope. What it this experience is a chance to understand and improve these relationships?

Danielle Legg
Oct 25, 20255 min read


A Lesson in Gaining My Sense of Balance
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.

Mara Soloway
Oct 18, 20255 min read


Panning for Gold – The Power of Journaling
The act of journaling can significantly enrich our lives through offering a place to record dreams, reflections, and context from our day.

Brenda Riojas
Oct 11, 20254 min read


Novels That Highlight Women’s Historic Struggles
Recently, it seems that women’s history is being rewritten, so we offer book recommendations that shed light on women’s historical contributions.

Rhonda Collins
Oct 4, 20254 min read


Slowing Down Time as We Age
Finding a sense of flow through being present for life and embracing fun can help us enjoy more meaningful moments in life.

Kaye Olsson
Sep 27, 20254 min read


Building New Chapter Beyond Generational Fear, Hate
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.
Dorian Martin
Sep 20, 20255 min read


Revisit: Chaos Layers, Birds, and Finding My “Tempo Giusto”
Sometimes we need to commit to creativity. Dare yourself to embrace a budding passion by investing time and money, and enjoy a little chaos.

Brenda Riojas
Aug 9, 20254 min read


Revisit: Coaching to Support Older Women’s Shifting Lives
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

Danielle Legg
Aug 2, 20253 min read


Revisit: The Fall: Regaining Life’s Footing After a Big Misstep
Falls can be a serious challenge as we age. They also can offer an important reminder about how we want to live life.
Dorian Martin
Jul 19, 20258 min read


Revisit: Preserving Our Stories for Posterity: Artist and Writer Carolyn Dahl on Archiving
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.

Mara Soloway
Jul 12, 20259 min read


Revisit: Being Alone Doesn’t Have to Mean Being Lonely
Many older women find themselves spending more time alone. But by taking
appropriate steps, being alone doesn’t have to mean being lonely.

Rhonda Collins
Jul 5, 20256 min read


Revisit: Opening the Heart is a Sign of Strength
Society idolizes the mind, but the heart is as important—if not more so—to our health and well-being than the brain. How can we tap into thi

Jenni de Jong
Jun 28, 20258 min read


Revisit: The Health Costs of Being a Woman in a Man’s World
Explore how gender bias affects women’s health, from misdiagnosis to emotional labor, in a world designed for men.

Kaye Olsson
Jun 21, 20255 min read


4 Steps for Facing Life’s Wildfires
World events feel like a scorching wildfire. We offer four steps to consider so you can avoid being burned or spreading the flames.
Dorian Martin
May 31, 20256 min read


Report Offers Blueprint to Close Women’s Health Gaps
A new report describes a blueprint focused on closing women’s health gaps to improve women’s lives as well as a nation’s economic health.

Research
May 24, 20253 min read


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

Kaye Olsson
May 17, 20255 min read


Bucket List: Your Map to Satisfaction and Adventure
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.

Rhonda Collins
May 10, 20254 min read
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