If you’re looking for easy ways to relieve stress so you can sleep, I’ve got 4 solutions you’ll love. But first, let me give some background on sleep and aging. I used to think that getting older meant that I would need less sleep than Learn More
Health and Wellness
Is physical, social, and mental well-being important to you? Be proactive. Become aware and make choices toward a healthy and fulfilling retirement.
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Common Sense Advice for Older Adults [Coronavirus]
Years ago as a hurricane threatened the Gulf Coast of Louisiana, my sister-in-law and I conversed about human nature. People in our community were on high alert for good reason. Store shelves emptied fast of everyday staples like bread and milk. Everyone stocked up on Learn More
How to Survive Your Husband’s Retirement
As I enter the 4th stage of life with Rebel Retiree, I’ve accumulated a wealth of wisdom on how to survive your husband’s retirement. Here’s how my story began. At sixteen I received a dozen long stem roses. It was Valentine’s Day of 1973. While Learn More
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Countdown to a Healthier Retirement [10 Positive Lifestyle Choices]
Here we are ringing in a New Year and a new decade! Many of us may be setting goals for a healthier retirement. Perhaps you have plans to kick-start an exercise routine or eat more healthfully. As for me, I intend to dig deeper into Learn More
Help Your Husband Overcome Fear of Retirement Boredom
Have you ever wondered why men fear retirement boredom more than women? Do you have little sympathy for your husband’s inability to occupy himself? Fear of retirement boredom is a serious problem for many men. A number of them will delay retirement for fear of Learn More
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The Hype About Superfoods [Boomers and Healthy Aging]
Superfoods are NOT the answer to healthy aging. We’ve all heard the buzzword “superfoods”, and you probably realize that the food industry uses this term to influence your buying habits. If you’re on social media or use the internet in any way, you’ve probably seen Learn More
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Can Whole 30 Diet Relieve Joint Pain? [My Friend Thinks So]
Have you heard of the Whole 30 Diet? I’d never heard of Whole 30 until a childhood friend posted his opinion of it on Facebook. Because of his super-positive experience, he wanted to share it with friends. He posted pictures of himself looking trim and Learn More
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Causes of Morning Joint Stiffness [Ways to Feel Better]
If you’re like me and almost every other baby boomer on the planet, you’ve experienced some kind of morning joint stiffness. Rest assured, though, it doesn’t necessarily have anything to do with arthritis or another dreaded condition. While our bodies naturally change as we age, Learn More
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The Secret to a Long Life [The Benefits of Cross Country Skiing]
“It’s a beautiful day for a workout,” she said as she glided past me skiing with ease like a woman 20 years her junior. My last cross-country skiing adventure was completely invigorating! By the end of the 4.5k loop, I felt totally revitalized. While my Learn More
How to Cope with 9 Retirement Stress Factors Boomers Face
Stress is a normal part of life, and needless to say, retirement stress can be more difficult than any other life-changing event baby boomers have dealt with up to this point. Everyone’s heard the expression, “aging gracefully”, and indeed, this simple adage is good advice. Learn More