Do you know someone that could use a little more zest, but thinks that Ashwagandha is strictly for women? Let’s put that to rest once and for all. The power of Ashwagandha is remarkable. It is well recognized for its results in boosting male vitality. Men who adopt a youthful mindset, exercise regularly, and take (Learn more!)
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Are you Afraid to Retire? Conquer Peer Pressure!
Are you afraid to retire because of peer pressure? Unless you’ve learned to successfully conquer peer pressure, you are still conforming to its negative ideology, including behaving in ways that your peer group thinks you should about your retirement. Before the peer group, your life was blissful. You pooped your pants, grinned for pictures with (Learn more!)
Are Reading Glasses From the Dollar Store Any Good?
Are Dollar Store reading glasses bad for your eyes? Perhaps you’ve been wondering that. I certainly have for years! Let me explain. Dollar Store reading glasses have been on my desk ever since a local anchorwoman for WWL-TV in New Orleans mentioned on air that she bought and kept several pairs around her house. Because I (Learn more!)
How to Solve the Poverty Consciousness Trap in Retirement
Poverty consciousness, also known as scarcity mindset, is the belief that you’ll never have enough money, or that the flow of money is limited. It’s the subtle conditioning about money that you may not know you have. Suppose I asked you if you have a poverty consciousness? How would you answer? Would your answer be (Learn more!)
5 Reasons to Embrace Change in Retirement
Nothing is so painful to the human mind as a great and sudden change.” ― Mary Shelley, Frankenstein Change is unavoidable. For this reason, if we want to be happy retirees, we must embrace change with gusto like never before. We should commit to thriving, not simply surviving. Change is nothing new. We’ve encountered it (Learn more!)
Ashwagandha – Best Natural Remedy for Menopause Relief
Navigating the rough seas of menopause can be quite a challenge. But, there’s a silver lining in the form of a potent, natural remedy – Ashwagandha. In my personal journey, I have found it to be the best natural remedy for menopause relief. Let me take you back to a time when I was struggling (Learn more!)
I’m a Homemaker – Can I Collect Social Security Benefits if I’ve Never Worked?
You are most likely wrong if you think you don’t meet the qualifications to collect Social Security benefits. Whether you call yourself a homemaker, a housewife, or a stay-at-home mom, you are entitled to collect Social Security spousal benefits – even if you’ve never worked outside of the home a day in your life! You’ve (Learn more!)
What is a Self-Reliant Retiree?
One of the biggest mistakes couples make when they are considering retirement is that they do what’s popular instead of being self-reliant. They conform to what financial planners, friends, in-laws, and even Millennial bloggers say they should do. Most of what these know-it-all-do-gooders say is “work until you no longer can, or have a million (Learn more!)
Don’t Compromise with Your Spouse on Retirement Plans
If you want to have a harmonious retirement with your spouse, forget the notion of compromise. Yes, that is exactly what I said! I don’t think you should compromise with your spouse on retirement plans. Even though we have been taught from childhood that compromise is essential to getting along with others, I think if (Learn more!)
Causes of Pre-Retirement Anxiety and Natural Remedies for Coping
Are you feeling anxious about retirement? Do you find it difficult to calm your mind from worrying thoughts? It may be difficult to relax when negative thoughts about your future keep popping up – thoughts of how you can’t quit your job or don’t have enough money saved for retirement. If you’re like me, taking (Learn more!)
15 Free Online Sites for Retirees to Learn at Home
Are you a retiree ready to learn at home for free? Excellent! Learning at home is a great way to educate yourself at your own pace. Plus, it’s budget-friendly for retirees. Not to mention the fact that learning keeps our brains sharp as we age! The internet opens up a world of possibilities for free (Learn more!)
What is Work Camping? On the Road to Retirement
What is work camping? Imagine stepping out of your door each morning into the crisp fresh air. While taking a deep breath, you close your eyes and listen to the sounds of nature unfolding. The day progresses, and while you fulfill your job requirements, you explore your surroundings. When evening comes, you relax near a (Learn more!)
10 Immune Boosting Foods Older Adults Should Eat
I think we can all agree that our immune system is amazing! This complex network of cells, organs, and tissues harmonizes to defend our bodies from disease-causing microorganisms. Like a loyal family watchdog, it constantly guards our bodies against unwanted intruders that make us sick. Yet, now and then a tiny organism breaks through and (Learn more!)
Tips if Your Husband Wants to Retire and Move, but You Don’t
By 2030, all baby boomers will have turned 65. Most will have retired; many will have downsized to save money, and others will have moved to follow their dreams. For couples, the retirement transition was likely stressful. Whether to stay put or where to move in retirement can be a major source of that stress. (Learn more!)
Kid Tested Ideas for Long-Distance Grandparenting
Long-distance grandparenting is a challenge. I know because I am a long-distance Sweet Mom, Grandma, and Gran. As a long-distance grandmother, I’ve learned some things about how to bond with grandchildren from afar. I believe my time-tested ideas for long-distance grandparenting will help you lessen the long-distance grandparenting challenge. Let me start with a little (Learn more!)
Best Yoga and Workout Videos for Women Over 60 who Want to Look Hot
Do you remember the scene in the movie Fried Green Tomatoes in which Evelyn Couch declares that she cannot even see her own…well, you know? If you don’t remember or haven’t seen the movie, let me explain. Evelyn’s put on a few pounds. Over time her belly pooch has grown and she now has a (Learn more!)
6 Benefits of Vegetable Gardening in Retirement
Do you want to add value to your retirement budget? And stay mentally and physically active in retirement? Then, vegetable gardening is your answer! Simply sow the seeds, then reap the powerful benefits of vegetable gardening. Let’s take a look at how you can do that! Vegetable gardening is budget-friendly. If you’ve never had a (Learn more!)
Why Baby Boomers Move to Walkable Towns
Baby boomers move to walkable towns because of the ideal experience and quality of life that’s offered. Does living in a quaint, but cosmopolitan town within walking distance to supermarkets, banking, shopping, and libraries sound attractive? Are biking trails and city parks on your “that sounds nice” lists for recreation? How about the convenience of (Learn more!)
Is Living Off-Grid an Option for Retirement?
Is Living Off-Grid an Option for Retirement? Are you dreaming of living off-grid, or asked yourself the question, “Is living off-grid an option for retirement?” If you live in an urban area and have yearned for a simpler life, moving out of town and becoming self-sufficient can be very fulfilling. With the trend in tiny (Learn more!)