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Archiving offers a process that preserves history for future generations. This podcast, which is the second in a three-part series feature

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

Are you the sovereign of your life? The answer is probably “yes” and “no,” which makes this the perfect time to explore this regal concept.

2024 has been quite the year—and that’s been true for older women. We reflect on the year’s gifts, challenges and emerging opportunities.

Women often have been creative throughout their lives. Looking historically through a life review shows that creative thread.

With significant change, misinformation, and divisiveness rampant, it’s important for older women to embrace a leadership role.

Resilience is many older women’s secret weapon. Case in point: Myka Alley, who found the silver lining in a major health challenge.

In our dynamic world, everything is rapidly changing. That’s also true for I Start Wondering—and this column describes some of those shifts.

Giving to charities serving women and girls reached record levels but they still receive less than 2% of U.S. charitable giving.

Pilgrimages are increasingly popular, and women at midlife and beyond are embracing these journeys. Meet two of these travelers.

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

By Dorian Martin Founder of ISW In what has become an I Start Wondering tradition, our team is taking a fallow period  to recharge,...

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.

Sometimes, women’s lives can seem like a gushing stream of responsibilities. However, creating a ritual can add sacredness to life’s tasks.

Daily to-dos can quickly consume our energy—causing us to suffer from spiritual dehydration. Here are 8 ways to quench that thirst.

The changing season provides an opportunity for older women to immerse themselves in delight and tap into their creativity.

Having cancer doesn’t need to derail a lifetime of creative efforts. Take Kris Hirst, who continues to explore art’s cutting edge.

Some women fear loneliness as we age, even when rarely alone. Perhaps it’s time to embrace solitude, which is solo time with a purpose.

As an older woman, the time is right to decide based on what we want instead of others’ expectations. How'd it feel for you to do you?

By Dorian Martin, I Start Wondering Founder As women, we often let ourselves be bound by stories. Those tales--both in our culture and in...