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
Jobs for People with Big Hearts
The world is not always as kind as we wished it to be, which is why there is a never-ending “demand” for people with big hearts. We all need to care for each other in order to make this world a better place for both us and those who are yet to come. So, if you agree and consider yourself to be a person with a … Read More...
Why Acting “Old School” Will Help You Land The Job!
It is likely you are one of post-50 jobseekers who has turned to the Internet to help you land your next position. If so, you are probably reaping some rather lackluster results. Although the biggest challenge mature applicants face is the perception they are technically challenged, technology is not always … Read More...
Feisty Podcasts/Interviews
Barbara Hannah Grufferman: Love Your Age!
LOVE YOUR AGE: The Small-step Solution To A Better, Longer, Happier Life belongs on the nightstand of every woman in midlife and beyond. If you’re a boomer, you won’t want to miss the chance to get some great tips from the author! It seems the older we get the stronger the messages become: you’re no longer … Read More...
Quench: Beat Fatigue, Drop Weight And Heal Your Body
Do you suffer from chronic headaches, brain fog, fatigue, weight gain, insomnia, gut pain, or autoimmune conditions? We may think these and other all-too-common modern maladies are due to aging, gluten intake, too much sugar or too little exercise. But there is another missing piece to the health puzzle: … Read More...
BOOMER LIFE BLOG
The Importance of Fitness in Your 50s & Beyond
There isn’t a time in a human being’s life when exercising of some sort isn’t beneficial. Even if you’ve never workout out before, it’s definitely not too late to start. In fact, now would be the perfect time to find a fun new activity to engage in, particularly if you want to deal with any health issues or simply drop a few pounds and feel better in your own body. But how can fitness influence our life and where do you even begin if you’re inexperienced? That’s what we’re here to talk about. For more info and some tips on how you can exercise safely, read on. Reduce the chance of chronic … Read More...
Your Lifeline After 50: Taking Risks
I realize that referring to risk-taking as your lifeline after 50 might sound a bit melodramatic. Nevertheless… it’s true! Once you hit your half-century birthday or thereabouts, you reach a major fork in the road. You can choose to focus on your widening waistline or concentrate on counting your wrinkles. And, should that by your choice; you will be guaranteed to spend the remainder of your days mourning your lost youth. Or… you can choose to recognize that these can be the best years of your life and move forward with anticipation and joy. Menopause is a major biomarker that requires a woman to … Read More...
Jobs for People with Big Hearts
The world is not always as kind as we wished it to be, which is why there is a never-ending “demand” for people with big hearts. We all need to care for each other in order to make this world a better place for both us and those who are yet to come. So, if you agree and consider yourself to be a person with a caring heart, here are a couple of jobs you should consider. Teacher A teacher’s job is much more than “just” teaching, and their job doesn’t end when they leave their classroom. A good teacher is not just an educator – they are mentors, consultants, and friends. Moreover, teachers have a … Read More...
An Internet Miracle… One Might Just Happen to YOU!
Get rich quick? Probably not. Go viral and bask in your fifteen minutes of fame? Not likely. Touch hearts and inspire millions around the world with your words? That’s a long shot, too. So, aside from being a rich information source, how can the World Wide Web serve up a miracle with your name on it? Well, I’m here to tell you it can and it happened to me. I was watching one of those TV shows where a research expert finds long lost relatives and friends of clients seeking resolution to important relationships in their lives. (I’m a sucker for the heartwarming stuff, so these types of programs appeal to … Read More...
Why Acting “Old School” Will Help You Land The Job!
It is likely you are one of post-50 jobseekers who has turned to the Internet to help you land your next position. If so, you are probably reaping some rather lackluster results. Although the biggest challenge mature applicants face is the perception they are technically challenged, technology is not always the answer—especially when it comes to finding your next job! Most jobseekers spend hours on the computer researching job boards and company websites. They submit their resume online, wait for a response, and are usually rewarded for their efforts with a perfunctory reply at best. In their rush to … Read More...
Over 50? Learn The Huge Payoffs to Lifelong Learning!
Humans are born with a thirst for knowledge. Curiosity is a natural trait of any person, and as we progress through life, we learn life skills and uncover information that motivates us to live our lives with greater intensity and passion. However, after we graduate college, society tends not to emphasize the importance of learning, and our enthusiasm for discovering new knowledge begins to wane as we become distracted by life. Raising a family, pursuing a full-time career, and maintaining an active social life take their toll on the time we have available to chase new ideas and projects. After … Read More...