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Learning to Relax as We Age
“Relaxation” is a deceptive term. We often aren’t truly relaxed—and we actually can invite ourselves to relax much more than we believe poss
Dorian Martin
Feb 4, 20237 min read


Acing a Job Interview When You’re Over 50
Culture suggests the job market is all about the younger generation. Yet with proper preparation, older women can stand out and be hired.

Rhonda Collins
Jan 28, 20236 min read


A Life Review: Who Are You Becoming?
Taking time to do a life review can help older women realize what they want—and then take steps on how to create their next chapter.

Kaye Olsson
Jan 21, 20235 min read


Get Your Motor Running: Metabolism, Hormones, Mood
Our body is a system—but modern medicine doesn’t always treat us that way. By taking appropriate steps, our health is protected as we age.

Mara Soloway
Jan 7, 20235 min read


Enjoying Life’s Adventure: Meet Sherry Sniderman
Sherry Sniderman always marches to her own drummer. The retired teacher is devoting herself to exploring possibilities & changing the world.

Womankind
Dec 24, 20222 min read


Cherie Cotner: Embracing Life Sitting Down
Cherie Cotner has enjoyed a full and joyful life,including giving birth while using a wheelchair. Now she’s charting a new chapter

Jenni de Jong
Dec 10, 20225 min read


No Brain Left Behind
Researchers are starting to determine that older women are greater at risk for dementia—and also are identifying ways we can protect our bra

Mara Soloway
Dec 3, 20226 min read


Losing Control in Africa
Older women often try to keep tight control of life’s variables. But sometimes, letting go of expectations is the only and best option.

Kaye Olsson
Oct 29, 20224 min read


Forever Young: Meet Jacki Paone
I Start Wondering’s new feature highlights amazing women who are thriving at midlife and beyond. Let us introduce you to Jacki Paone.

Womankind
Oct 1, 20222 min read


Solving the Puzzles in Our Everyday Challenges
Our everyday challenges are like puzzles. So how can we work individually and with others to solve these conundrums?

Brenda Riojas
Dec 10, 20214 min read


Why Girlfriends Matter as Women Age
Girlfriends can help older women navigate life's challenges--and help us live longer and be happier!

Kaye Olsson
Jul 30, 20213 min read


Benefits of Traveling Solo as a Woman
Older women often tend to travel in groups, but traveling solo offers some surprising benefits.

Kaye Olsson
Jun 4, 20214 min read


Snap Travel Decision Offers New Life Outlook
We can get stuck in a routine--but so many cool opportunities exist if you'll adopt a spur-of-the-moment approach.

Kaye Olsson
May 27, 20163 min read
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