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ISW Conversation
May 111 min read
ISW Conversation: Importance of Presence While Aging
In this podcast, Jenni de Jong and Dorian Martin discuss the importance of being present in the moment—and the huge benefits that it offers.
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ISW Conversation
Mar 301 min read
ISW Conversation: Dealing with Our Accumulated"Stuff"
This conversation looks at our physical possessions, which can take a life of their own over time. What should older women do?
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Research
Feb 242 min read
Research: More Older Women Staying in U.S. Workforce
A recent study shows a demographic shift in which older women increasingly remain in the U.S. workforce past the traditional retirement age
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Brenda Riojas
Dec 30, 20231 min read
Making Space for the New
The world invites us to keep adding--but to do so well we need to subtract. What do you need to release to open space for the new?
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Rhonda Collins
Dec 23, 20231 min read
Making Time to Do Nothing Important
Despite cultural pressure to stay busy, taking time to do nothing important actually can be beneficial to an older woman’s quality of life.
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Dorian Martin
Dec 16, 20231 min read
Lessons About Graceful Aging from an Elder
A set of carefully crafted guidelines for life can help older women get past the common refrain of “I’m too old for change!”
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Womankind
Dec 2, 20234 min read
Coming Into Her Own: Meet Xenia Kelsey
Midlife can involve reinvention. Take Xenia Kelsey, who transformed herself from an introvert into a
leader and social butterfly.
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Brenda Grays
Nov 25, 20231 min read
Finding Our Passion as We Age
Midlife is an important time for women to get clear about what’s important in life, including committing to self-care and finding our passio
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Rhonda Collins
Nov 18, 20231 min read
How to Avoid Loneliness When You’re Alone
As we age, it’s easy to fall into patterns that lead to isolation. However, women can be proactive in taking steps to avoid loneliness.
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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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Kaye Olsson
Jul 30, 20213 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!
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Kaye Olsson
Jun 4, 20214 min read
Benefits of Traveling Solo as a Woman
Older women often tend to travel in groups, but traveling solo offers some surprising benefits.
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