Feisty Side of 50

Revolutionizing the Spirit and Style of Aging

The Feisty Side of Fifty / Baby Boomer Women

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

BOOMER LIFE BLOG

Over 50? Then Be Sure You Protect Your Precious Vision!

As we age, a lot can go wrong. Yet there are many aspects of our health and wellbeing that can be mainly under our control. One of them is our vision. After the age of 50, therefore, it’s critical that we take extra care of this precious sense. The key to preserving our eyesight is to be aware of the various conditions that could affect us as we grow older. Therefore, make sure to get regular vision checkups, maintain a healthy weight, be physically active, keep your blood pressure in check and make smart food choices. Perhaps the most notable and most common occurrence affecting our eyesight as we age … Read More...

A Very Boomer Year Ahead

There’s little question that we boomers have been a blessed generation. Born to parents who’d suffered through the Great Depression and World War II and wanted better for their offspring, we were the lucky recipients of Lionel trains, ballerina dolls, Lincoln logs, and hula-hoops. Entire neighborhoods sprung up with the needs of young families in mind. The suburbs were filled with trees to climb, sidewalks ideally suited for biking and skating, and plenty of neighborhood friends. Certainly not every boomer enjoyed a blissful beginning… but many of us did. Now, as I survey the world around me, it's clear … Read More...

How to Overcome a Later Life Breakup

Age brings about a number of challenges in many areas of our lives. One of the most difficult of these is the pain of breaking up from a romantic relationship--especially one that is long-term. Whether it’s by way of separation and divorce, the fallout from infidelity or simply growing apart, relationship breakups in midlife and beyond can be especially devastating. That’s where our guest on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio comes in. Amy Chan is an author, blogger and relationship expert. She’s also the founder of Renew Breakup Bootcamp as well as the relationship magazine, Just My Type. Amy joins us to share … Read More...

The Most Important Conversation You Can Have

Have you had The Conversation yet? If not, the time is now! Baby boomer women have been around for a while, made a number of life-altering decisions, and expressed our views on a slew of topics. However none is more important than a certain conversation that most of us never ever get around to having. That is until Ellen Goodman, Pulitzer prize-winning columnist and author shed light on this issue and brought the life and death discussion to national consciousness through The Conversation Project. Although it’s difficult to contemplate, each of us needs to share our end-of-life wishes with our loved … Read More...

6 Excellent Tips for Creating a Soothing Environment in Your Bedroom

When designing our homes, the majority of inspiration and ideas gets used up on the communal areas. That’s why, more often than not, the bedroom décor usually suffers from burnout and the lack of ideas. Also, people tend to fail to see the point of decorating a space nobody – or rarely anyone – will see. However, they also fail to realize just how important mastering this area’s décor actually is. The fact is that your bedroom should be designed in a way that promotes good sleeping habits because the fact is that good sleeping habits can actually make you live longer. Not only that, but disrupt or … Read More...

One Step Further: The Real Story of Hidden Figures’ Heroine, Katherine Johnson

The remarkable life of Katherine Johnson as portrayed in the movie, Hidden Figures, brought to light, not only her genius and commitment to excellence, but also her courage in confronting the daunting dual barriers of gender and race. Now Katherine's daughters have penned a children's book to share the life of their mother with a population that can learn and be motivated by Katherine's example. Below is the description of the podcast dedicated to this true American heroine...  If you’re a grandparent, no doubt you know there’s no greater joy than sharing a book with your grandchildren that’s both … Read More...

Feisty Podcasts/Interviews

Angie McCartney: Here, There and Everywhere!

Angie McCartney is Paul McCartney’s stepmother. But Angie has enjoyed an incredible career in her own right. Her resume includes owning a thriving tea and wine business, authoring several books, and becoming a sought-after media star with various talk shows and movie credits to her name. Believe it or not, … Read More...

Surefire Strategies for Mature Jobseekers

From Retirement to Entrepreneurship in a Few Simple Steps

Though retirement sounds like the best thing in the world some people simply don’t like being retired. That’s why they look into different ideas and choose to become entrepreneurs. If that’s something you’d like to do as well, here are a few things you need to consider. Pick the right path When starting your … Read More...

Your Online Job Search: An 8-Item Checklist For Success!

Anyone conducting a job search today knows that you will need to be as visible as possible—both through your personal network and your online presence. Close to 100% of employers and recruiters turn to sites liked LinkedIn and Facebook to source candidates, check out their skills and vet them as to their … Read More...