Hello and welcome to THE FEISTY SIDE OF FIFTY,™ the site that celebrates a truly remarkable generation of women. We alpha boomers, now fifty plus but nowhere near matronly, are rockin’ on and still flaunting our famously bodacious spirit and style. In truth, how could it be otherwise? We ladies can be deservedly proud of our shared history and far-reaching accomplishments. The determined women of our generation drove through legislation that reversed centuries of discrimination and forever altered the role of being born female in this country. (A rather formidable triumph, I might add!) Better yet, the … Read More
Surefire Strategies for Mature Jobseekers
December Job Search: How to Pitch at Parties Without Being Pushy
The month of December can prove to be the best time of year to look for work (see: December Job Search: Why It's Packed With Potential). Moreover, parties and gatherings make for the perfect venue to connect with as many people as possible. Yet you certainly don’t want to be one of them. No one likes the … Read More...
How Seasons Greetings Can Land You the Job!
Bar none, the holidays are the best time of year to reconnect with your contacts... Seasons greetings are not only welcomed, they’re expected. So take the opportunity to send out cards and enclose one of those newsy letters people write to update friends and family on what’s gone on with them during the … Read More...
Feisty Podcasts/Interviews
An End to Upside Down Thinking: This Will Blow Your Mind!
Want a mind blowing experience? If so, read on... Throughout modern history, both science and personal experience have taught us that our world as made up of matter: things we can see, touch and otherwise know to be “real.” But what if this type of materialistic thinking got it wrong? What if consciousness … Read More...
Dr. Robi Ludwig: Your Best Age is NOW
Join acclaimed psychotherapist, highly regarded author and frequent guest expert on national television, Dr. Robi Ludwig, as she shares the keys to aging with joy and purpose in her new book, Your Best Age is NOW! If you hope to “embrace an ageless mindset, reenergize your dreams and live a soul-satisfying … Read More...
BOOMER LIFE BLOG
Do You Suffer From Seasonal Granny Jitters?
Do you suffer from seasonal granny jitters? Does your blood pressure rise at the thought of selecting the perfect gift for those growing grandchildren? Are you feeling woefully inept and uninformed when it comes to knowing the hottest toys of today? Well… if you react to any of the sensations and feelings above, you are not alone! Nowhere do I feel the weight of my own dinosaur worldview more than when I’m discussing the latest cartoon characters or Disney princesses with my granddaughter. I’ve even taken to bringing out pen and paper so I can remember the numerous names of her pony/unicorn collection. … Read More...
Mature Shoppers… Here’s a Tale For You!
As we’re heading into the holiday gift-giving season, I thought I’d pass along a tale that is dedicated to mature shoppers everywhere… in other words, youand me!This particular encounter was experienced by a male in his mid-forties and he wasn’t looking for gifts—he was looking for a family necessity. The gentleman and his wife, after years of trying to become pregnant, had just adopted their first child. One evening, to the couple’s horror, they realized they had exhausted their last disposable diaper. Fresh supplies, in no uncertain terms, were deemed essential. So the gentleman offered to head out … Read More...
An End to Upside Down Thinking: This Will Blow Your Mind!
Want a mind blowing experience? If so, read on... Throughout modern history, both science and personal experience have taught us that our world as made up of matter: things we can see, touch and otherwise know to be “real.” But what if this type of materialistic thinking got it wrong? What if consciousness was more fundamental than matter? What if consciousness was far greater than our individual perception? What if consciousness was the basis of all we experience on the earth plane and even beyond this lifetime? Mark Gober has long sought answers to life’s challenging questions. In 2016 he came upon … Read More...
The Dance of Life… Pause and Take It Slow
Although my holiday to-do lists aren’t nearly as long these days as they were in years past, surviving the hustle and bustle of the season remains a challenge. Shopping, decorating and preparing elaborate meals are enough to make my sleigh bells jingle-jangle on overload. So, if you’re like me, you'll find the words of this poem to be especially appropriate for this time of year. It was written by a girl suffering from cancer and her words are worth taking the time to ponder. They are a reminder to savor these special moments and give thanks for just how blessed most of us truly are. SLOW … Read More...
Active Aging – A Secret to Living a Long Life
We all get stuck in a rut sometimes, regardless of our age. But leading an active lifestyle, as much as you can, also means experiencing active aging and a more fulfilling and longer life in general. Again, age doesn’t matter when it comes to day-to-day life. Obviously, you should always adjust different activities to your own circumstances, but when it comes down to it, more activity means more memories and a healthier body. And this is the true formula for longevity and happiness. Healthy dose of exercise Obviously, one cannot skip the importance of exercising when discussing active aging. After … Read More...
Are You Over 50 and a Fa-la-la-la Fashionista?
Yep, it’s time to deck the halls, festoon the garlands, and light the lights—the holidays are here! But, as women over fifty, how can we deck, festoon, and light up our own holiday style without coming off like bedazzled dowagers? Of course I want to look festive but I don’t want to make my grand entrance appearing like an aging vamp with a few too many sequins to my credit. Not knowing the best way to go about bedecking myself, I’ve searched the Internet for help and here are some great ideas: Ugly Christmas sweaters are to be worn only by the very brave—same with earrings in the shape of … Read More...