With summer on its way, it feels like the perfect moment to start thinking about the fragrances that will carry us into the season. There’s something about this time of year that invites a quiet kind of anticipation – a sense that we’re stepping toward lightness again. Fresh and fruity scents abound…

As skin changes with age, the face masks that once worked well may no longer feel quite right. After 60, skin is often drier, thinner, and more sensitive, so the best mask is usually the one that supports moisture and comfort rather than stripping the skin…

Every season has its hair issues. Spring is known for wind, sun, rain showers and, mostly, unpredictability. Depending on where you live, the air around you may be getting more humid or staying dry as always – and either one will affect your hair’s condition, because spring…

You know it when it happens because you start to look washed out and tired – your hair colour isn’t working. To say it isn’t flattering is probably an understatement. Are the things you’re doing to hide the grey hairs aging you? That’s not the way it’s supposed to be. Is the color you are using designed to make you look…

“I never used to feel this way” is a thought that arrives quietly. Your hand reaches for the railing before you’ve decided to reach for it. You pause at the top of the stairs for half a second longer than you used to. It’s not dramatic. No one notices. But you notice…

You’re doing the same things you’ve always done. Eating reasonably well. Getting your walks in. Trying to keep portions in check. And the scale is doing the opposite of what you’d expect. So you land on the most logical explanation available: “My metabolism must be broken.”

I didn’t stop drinking because I hit rock bottom. I stopped at 63, after a lifetime of what most people would call normal drinking. A glass of wine in the evening. Sometimes two. Occasionally more at weekends or social occasions…

If spring fever has you itching to get outside and jumpstart a new exercise routine, you may want to think about recruiting a buddy to tag along. Workout partners, whether they’re your spouse or a friend, serve as a physical and mental cue to stick with it and have fun! Check out these 4 reasons why finding a workout partner could be one of the best things…

One of the biggest challenges in online dating is when you meet someone and something just doesn’t feel right, or it feels too right. You can become overwhelmed by displays of romance and affection. Could it be love at first sight? Or is it a warning sign?

Dating over 60 can feel like stepping into a whole new world. And not the cute “new adventure” kind of way. More like: Wait, what is this? Why does everything feel harder? Why am I suddenly supposed to understand dating apps, video chat, and all this digital stuff? Well, I get that, but my recommended belief is this…

Several years ago, I wrote an article on why men should be emotionally honest with women. The reader response was overwhelming. The article garnered more than 2,000 comments overnight, a number typically reserved for articles written by movie stars…

Yes, I know you can never be too careful these days. With all the romance scams targeted at adults over 60, it’s no wonder you’re trying to do background checks on everyone you attempt to date. But let me tell you something… if you overdo it, you will literally kill your love life…

It was not that long ago that women travelling alone had to stand in a dark, lonely spot and hope to flag down a cab. We now have rideshare options like Uber and Lyft that have opened up a world of possibilities helping us get to and from airports, medical appointments, restaurants, and a myriad of other…

I love being over 60, but it does come with a few downsides. When I travel, I sometimes need an afternoon siesta, often need to find a loo quick, and my body thermometer fluctuates in an instant. Imagine having a comfy bed and toilet close by, somewhere to stash additional clothes – or just a place to sit and make a nice cup of coffee…

The moment we crossed the Queen Isabella Memorial Bridge onto South Padre Island on the Texas Gulf Coast, everything shifted. The air felt softer, the horizon wider, and the pace a whole lot slower. We, and our 7-year-old grandson, Aaron, had…

Do you feel like flying feels different now from how it did years ago? You’re not alone! Airports are busier than ever, flights feel crammed, and seats are definitely tighter. The whole experience can be more tiring than it used to be. If you’re like me, buying the cheapest ticket I can find…

A woman once told me something that stopped me in my tracks. She said, “I don’t know what my children think I’m planning… and honestly, I’m afraid to ask.”
She wasn’t worried about conflict. She loved her children deeply, and they had a good relationship. But underneath it all sat a quiet uncertainty: Do they expect to inherit the house?

In my recent article,“Four Questions Answered About Encore Careers,” I discussed how encore careers are less about starting over and more about building forward into work that feels purposeful and aligned with who you are today…

Here’s something nobody really prepares you for. You work for 30 or 40 years, and every two weeks, money shows up in your account. You know exactly what’s coming. You plan your life around it. Then one day you retire, and that rhythm just… stops. You’re sitting there looking at a number…

A woman once told me something I’ve thought about many times since. She said, “I don’t feel poor… but I don’t always feel free either.” Her home was paid off. She had savings. She had done everything right. And yet, when unexpected expenses came up – a repair, a larger bill, or even something she simply wanted to do – she hesitated…

In our many conversations with women over 60 over the past few years, one theme has quietly surfaced again and again. Many expected life to become more stable with age. Instead, some describe feeling as though the world is speeding up around them in ways they did not fully anticipate…

There is something delightfully ironic about commencement speeches. At the exact moment people are least interested in sitting still and listening, some notable steps up to a podium and delivers a carefully crafted sermon about life, purpose, resilience, and possibility…

Last Thursday night, I found myself at a hotel bar at 10pm. I was very proud of myself for staying up so late. I know, I know – retirement means I don’t have to get up early. But the truth is, I’m an early-to-bed kind of person. I was out with my cousin, who was visiting…

The third act of your life isn’t about becoming someone new – it’s about becoming thoroughly and unapologetically yourself. Who do you need to impress? No one. Whose approval do you need? Nobody’s. Whose happiness is your responsibility? Yours. Just yours…