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4 days ago2 min read
I Start Wondering Conversation: Parenting’s Changing Chapter
This conversation discusses some of the issues related to parenting teenage children and ideas to consider as the active parenting stage end
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Dorian Martin
Nov 306 min read
Gliding with the Winds of Change
With significant change, misinformation, and divisiveness rampant, it’s important for older women to embrace a leadership role.
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Jenni de Jong
Oct 262 min read
ISW Conversation: Empty Nest, Menopause, Changing Partnerships
This I Start Wondering Conversation focuses on navigating the stress of having an empty nest, menopause and relationship changes.
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Dorian Martin
Oct 55 min read
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
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Brenda Riojas
Apr 274 min read
The Art of Ritual: Embracing Life's Sacredness
Sometimes, women’s lives can seem like a gushing stream of responsibilities. However, creating a ritual can add sacredness to life’s tasks.
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Dorian Martin
Jan 66 min read
Using Barbie & The Evil Queen to Recalibrate Our Stories
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...
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Kaye Olsson
Jun 10, 20233 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.
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Brenda Grays
May 27, 20234 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.
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Research
May 6, 20232 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.
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Dorian Martin
Apr 15, 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.
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Kaye Olsson
Jan 21, 20235 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.
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Womankind
Dec 24, 20222 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.
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