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Encouraging Balance in Our Body’s Systems
Women may feel that their health is going awry with age. Yet, making small strategic changes can help the body’s systems get in balance.

Mara Soloway
Oct 14, 20231 min read


The Importance of Opening the Heart
Older women live in a world that celebrates the mind and neglects the heart.

Jenni de Jong
Oct 7, 20231 min read


Creating a Milestone Birthday to Remember
Celebrating milestone birthdays--whether turning 50 or living longer than our mother did--can be a mental or emotional hurdle. Instead, let’

Kaye Olsson
Sep 30, 20231 min read


Expanding Upon a Summer of Letting Go
The summer break offered important lessons about releasing expectations of what “should be” and being present in the moment.
Dorian Martin
Sep 23, 20234 min read


Taking Summer Off to Recharge
By Dorian Martin, I Start Wondering Founder Recently, I found a picture of my maternal grandparents’ home. That picture brought back so...
Dorian Martin
Jun 24, 20232 min read


Can Pain Be a Blessing?
As women age, pain can become a key part of our life. But if we’re mindful and listen, pain can actually offer important life lessons.

Rhonda Collins
Jun 17, 20236 min read


The Life-Affirming Benefit of Savoring Stillness
Today’s culture encourages—even demands—continual movement. However, embracing stillness offers important gifts and perspectives as we age.

Kaye Olsson
Jun 10, 20233 min read


Step Out & Be True to Yourself
Growing older doesn’t have to mean growing stale. Instead, we can embrace continued forward movement while celebrating past achievements.

Brenda Grays
May 27, 20234 min read


Majority of Women Report Strong Health, Fitness
Health and fitness help determine the quality of life. A new study reports on global views on these aspects—and the results are heartening.

Research
May 20, 20232 min read


Enjoying Silence: Meet Danielle Legg
Many would spend spring break on a beach or cruise, Danielle Legg, an elementary principal, opted for a silent meditation retreat instead.

Womankind
May 13, 20236 min read


Study: Technology Use Growing Among Older Adults
Pew Research Center research found that older adults’ use of technology—smartphones, social media, and the internet--continues to increase.

Research
May 6, 20232 min read


Starting a New Chapter: Meet Rhonda Snider Collins
Rhonda Collins has enjoyed a full life—and now in retirement, she’s on her next chapter focused on more self-care and new adventures.

Womankind
Apr 29, 20234 min read


Creating Friendships Later in Life
Connecting with others can become challenging as we age. Yet fostering strong relationships with girlfriends are important as we age.

Kaye Olsson
Apr 22, 20234 min read


A Wise Relative’s Life Guidelines to Navigate Aging Gracefully
Navigating the aging process can be difficult. Sometimes we can benefit from hearing from someone who has gone before us. Hence, this list.
Dorian Martin
Apr 15, 20234 min read


Changing Our Ways: Overcoming Bad Habits or Addictions
Older women often want to embrace life in new and empowering ways. Yet creating space in life also may require breaking bad habits.

Brenda Riojas
Apr 8, 20234 min read


Women at Midlife Struggle with Life Balance
Researchers found that women ages 40-65 increasingly struggle with life balance because they are dealing with multiple co-occurring stressor

Research
Apr 1, 20231 min read


Living Without Fear: Meet Anne Boykin
Anne Boykin is committed to living a fearless life full of writing, exploring history and being an advocate for Americans with Disabilities.

Womankind
Mar 25, 20238 min read


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
Mar 18, 20236 min read


Large Percentage of Women, Seniors Feel Isolated
Research suggests that both older adults and women are at risk for loneliness. Other factors also contribute to the loneliness equation.

Research
Mar 11, 20231 min read


The Health Costs of Being a Woman in a Man’s World
Women take medical advice but granted—but women aren’t often represented in medical research. Therefore, we must be our own health advocate.

Kaye Olsson
Mar 4, 20235 min read
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