Superstars: Why Do Some Of Us Stay So Sharp And Capable As We Age?
November 30, 2022
You’ve likely met them before, or perhaps you are even one of them: Able to recall vivid details from events long in the past, constantly on the prowl to read new books and learn new information, even playing a robust game of tennis at an age that most of us…
Everyday Ageism: Even Casual Encounters With Ageism Can Be Harmful
November 30, 2022
If you’re of a “certain age,” you’ve likely experienced some form of ageism while going about your daily activities. And by ageism, we don’t necessarily mean outright explicit discrimination or denial of opportunities because of your age (though of course, those actions are commonplace for so many, especially those seeking…
Mark These Words: Recommended Books As The Year Ends
November 16, 2022
Hoping to find a few hours over the upcoming holidays to curl up with a good new book? Well, there’s no shortage of recommendations or newly published books to entice you! For a roundup of some of the most lauded books of 2022, take a look at the list, along…
Ladies And Gentlemen: The Aging Divide Between Men And Women
October 19, 2022
Everyone, regardless of their sex, feels the effects of aging. What may be less obvious is that, depending on whether you are a woman or a man, the process of aging may take a different toll on you and help determine how well you age as well as how long…
Good Going: How Is Your Bladder Health?
August 10, 2022
It’s an age-old problem. Or rather, it’s an old-age problem: How do you deal with your increasingly “cranky” bladder, that either demands urgent attention, or that leads to embarrassing “streams” at inconvenient times? We’ve touched on this topic before and it’s likely many have personal familiarity with the issue. But…
Beauty Trends: What Should You Consider At Your Age?
March 30, 2022
It’s a perennial challenge for older women: How to look your best (and feel the confidence that goes along with that) without trying to look too young or foolish with too much makeup or too artificial an appearance. While many of us retain some sense of vanity no matter our…