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New research finds that high heat and humidity are especially hazardous for older women’s health, making it important to take proper precaut

Looking at personal archetypal patterns can help women understand their choices so they can more fully claim sovereignty over their own life

Women have made majors contributions—from champagne to health breakthroughs to technological innovations-- to the world throughout history.

This ISW Conversation discusses the transition from active parenting and how to create enriching family dynamics with adult children.

Recent TV shows have started featuring female characters who break culture’s traditional image depicting older women as frail and dowdy.

Researchers found that older adults regularly experience ageism in messages, interpersonal interactions, and their own belief systems.

A serious illness brings a range of opportunities as well as challenges. One opportunity involves forging a more soulful relationship.

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.

A new website puts a spotlight on research on women’s health issues, an area of research that traditionally has received less attention.

This conversation discusses some of the issues related to parenting teenage children and ideas to consider as the active parenting stage end

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

This I Start Wondering Conversation focuses on navigating the stress of having an empty nest, menopause and relationship changes.

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

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

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...

Today’s culture encourages—even demands—continual movement. However, embracing stillness offers important gifts and perspectives as we age.

Growing older doesn’t have to mean growing stale. Instead, we can embrace continued forward movement while celebrating past achievements.

Pew Research Center research found that older adults’ use of technology—smartphones, social media, and the internet--continues to increase.

Navigating the aging process can be difficult. Sometimes we can benefit from hearing from someone who has gone before us. Hence, this list.

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.