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
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...
4 Great Tips for Getting Your Resume Past the Scanners and Screeners
Are you all for getting your resume to stand out from the crowd? And are you also worried that this all-important document may not get seen by the right people? If these are concerns for you, you will want to be sure to follow the 4 key tips that will help your resume land in the right hands. Plus, even … Read More...
Feisty Podcasts/Interviews
Growing Young: The Surprising Science Behind Health and Vitality
Who among us wouldn’t want to live a long, fulfilling and healthy life? If these are your goals too, you’ll want to make sure to check this out… Our guest on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio, Marta Zaraska, joins us to share the latest scientific research on health—much of which reveals we are fixating on the … Read More...
Forget Dieting: Candice Rosen, RN, MS
Are you tired of endless dieting that only serves to leave you feeling lousy, discouraged and heavier than ever? If so you are going to want to be sure to hear what our guest on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio has to say. Candice Rosen is a nurse, a clinical health educator and an author, who claims that we … Read More...
BOOMER LIFE BLOG
Staying Fit and Healthy Despite Covid-19: Tips for Diabetics
No matter your age, race, or income level, living with diabetes comes with no guarantees. The best way to get on top of it is to stay as healthy as possible. In the midst of the Covid-19 pandemic, it’s especially important to take care of yourself. While diabetics aren’t at a higher risk of getting the coronavirus than others, you could be at risk for more severe complications if you do contract the virus. Whether you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes, you need to be sure to keep your blood sugar controlled. According to WebMD, high blood sugar levels can cause a weakening of the immune system. This … Read More...
Are You Suffering From Lethonomia?
If you’re like me, it is unlikely that you’re familiar with the word, "Lethonomia ." Yet it is more than likely that you suffer from this condition from time to time. Lethonomia is when you temporarily forget names. You may see someone unexpectedly and out of context and can’t recall their name. Or, you are trying to identify the actor or actress who starred in one of your favorite films and, try as you may, can only refer to them as, "You know... the young one with the blonde hair. " A related condition is called "Lethologica. " This arises when the word you want is at the tip of your tongue and then … 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 suitability for the job. Moreover, due to the issues involved in dealing with the volume of potential applicants and their resumes, many firms are forgoing advertising altogether. Depending upon their size and their current supply of job openings, companies may either turn to employees for referrals or … Read More...
Growing Young: The Surprising Science Behind Health and Vitality
Who among us wouldn’t want to live a long, fulfilling and healthy life? If these are your goals too, you’ll want to make sure to check this out… Our guest on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio, Marta Zaraska, joins us to share the latest scientific research on health—much of which reveals we are fixating on the wrong things. In truth, longevity isn’t necessarily the result of the latest miracle diets, super foods, supplements and/or exercise craze. Marta is a science journalist whose articles have appeared in The Washington Post, New Scientist, Scientific American, and The Atlantic, as well as other highly … Read More...
Ever Held Thoughts of Revenge?
Any parent our age has likely held secret thoughts of revenge upon our children--of course, only in the most inconsequential of ways and only with the best of intentions... Yes, those precious bundles of joy—so sweet as infants—morphed into sullen, surly teens before we knew it. And, even as adults, they are apt to remind us of our parental flaws and misdeeds far too often for our liking. Therefore, I invite you to take a moment to enjoy a couple of thoughts that are certain to put a smile on your face. For the parent who has teens or boomerang children living in her house: For those whose children … Read More...
4 Great Tips for Getting Your Resume Past the Scanners and Screeners
Are you all for getting your resume to stand out from the crowd? And are you also worried that this all-important document may not get seen by the right people? If these are concerns for you, you will want to be sure to follow the 4 key tips that will help your resume land in the right hands. Plus, even better, make this written work history distinguish you as a candidate apart and above the competition. Technology has altered the hiring process significantly in the past 20 years—especially when it comes to resumes. Due to the overwhelming volume of responses to posted positions, most mid to large … Read More...