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Tales from an Accidental Retiree
Retirement can be a surprise—but this new chapter doesn’t have to be if you prepare yourself physically, mentally, and financially.

Kaye Olsson
Oct 12, 20246 min read
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Calling ‘Cut’ to Life’s Drama by Embodying Peace
Life seems filled with more drama and chaos, but does it have to be? Maybe it’s time for older women to be the leaders of peace in our world
Dorian Martin
Oct 5, 20245 min read
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I Start Wondering Taking a Summer Break
By Dorian Martin Founder of ISW In what has become an I Start Wondering tradition, our team is taking a fallow period to recharge,...
Dorian Martin
Jul 13, 20241 min read
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Study: Lean Toward Plant-Based Proteins at Midlife
Diets that include higher amounts of protein from plant-based sources may make a tremendous difference in aging women’s health, according...

Research
Jun 22, 20242 min read
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7 Tips for Getting Unstuck
Older women may find they’re getting stuck during life’s major transitions. Many strategies exist to get out of the muck and back into life.

Rhonda Collins
Jun 15, 20248 min read
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Reimagining ‘Better Living Through Chemistry’
Chemicals are part of daily life. However, some chemicals in personal and household products can be detrimental to older women’s health.
Dorian Martin
Jun 8, 20244 min read
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3 Books to Savor This Year
It’s summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Time to relax with a cool beverage and a book. Here are 3 reading recommendations to enjoy!
Dorian Martin
Jun 1, 20244 min read
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Migraines, Menopause Combined Linked to Heart Disease
Research suggests that migraines and hot flashes may lead to a higher risk of heart disease and stroke in postmenopausal women.

Research
May 25, 20242 min read
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Optimism May Lead to Better Health Outcomes
Researchers are finding that an optimistic attitude may be a factor in the quality of post-menopausal women’s health as they age.

Research
May 18, 20242 min read
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ISW Conversation: Importance of Presence While Aging
In this podcast, Jenni de Jong and Dorian Martin discuss the importance of being present in the moment—and the huge benefits that it offers.
ISW Conversation
May 11, 20241 min read
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