Women Over Fifty—You Deserve the Best!
As women over fifty, we already know the secret: Although younger women will never believe us, far from being on the downhill of life we’re just reaching our peak. Surveys show we’re happier and more fulfilled at this age than ever before. You can validate these sentiments for yourself by asking any female friend who’s already blown out fifty candles on her birthday cake. It truly is our time to shine!
However, as with many other aspects in life, God has a sense of humor. Just when we’re feeling stronger, more outspoken, and more focused on our SELVES than we were in our younger years, our bodies may start to rebel. We already know the less-than-stellar realities of hot flashes and meno-pots. So what’s a gal with drive and a feisty spirit to do?
Well, my fellow blogger, Gregory Anne Cox, has the answers. I’ve mentioned her blog, Midlife with a Vengeance, many times on Feisty Side of Fifty because she provides the latest information on health and wellness for us in the “female over fifty” set. Now, I’ve had the wonderful experience of interviewing her on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio. My aim for the show was to ask her how we can keep ourselves energized and feeling great at this stage in our lives, and how we might best provide our bodies with some special TLC.
The interview lasts 30 minutes and it’s packed with information. Gregory Anne covers such vital points as the number one threat to our health, why comfort foods may not be all that comforting, the role of supplements, and the critical importance of sleep among many other important topics on health and well being.
We’ve given so much of ourselves away over the years; now it’s time to reprioritize our priorities and give our SELF her due. So take the time to nourish your body and soul and put your SELF at the top of your list. After all, if not now, when? And, at fifty plus, you’ve earned some things—you truly do deserve the very best!
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July 28th, 2009 at 4:29 am
Eileen,
I’ve been buried, head down, elbows out and with a steely focus in getting my blog redesigned and revved up again. So, I’ve not been around here near enough. But, everytime I come here, you inspire me in some way.
You’re doing such a fantastic job and would that we all take a lesson from you dear friend.
I just love what you’re doing. I just love it.
July 23rd, 2009 at 7:51 pm
New to you site, Eileen – enjoy what I’ve read so far. I must admit I am so loving being in my 50s (the closer side to 60). Simply put I look back and see that the 20s new married life; 30s life on hold with children; 40s who am I again?, I think I lost myself – 50s Ah Found me, wow,it’s great! Bring on further adventures.
July 15th, 2009 at 7:09 am
I’m so ‘vintage’ I’ve forgotten about the menopaws thing… Now I worry about keeping my ‘bat wings’ (upper arms) tucked inside my shirt sleeves! Aarrrggg! The more ‘mature’ you get the more you have to ponder…busy busy busy!
July 14th, 2009 at 4:49 pm
When we’re young, we’re amazingly malleable. We barely have to work a bit to feel alive and full of zip. We can stay up till all hours and bounce right back. Abuse our bodies with bad habits with little apparent harm.
I rebel against the extra sleep and self-care rituals that are now mandatory, after living on auto-pilot when it comes to caring for myself in my earlier life. Still, I wouldn’t trade who I’ve become for all the maintenance. Bit by bit I’m releasing my stubborn resistance and doing more of what’s good for me, even resigning myself to the idea that if I have to put 30-40% of my life into taking care of myself, the quality is still far better than being a nubile 20-year-old who knew nothin’ about life.
I’ll look forward to hearing Gregory Anne’s tips. Heaven knows, I can use all the help I can get!
July 14th, 2009 at 3:58 am
Again, great post, Eileen! As I’ve probably mentioned, yoga is back in my life, and though I can’t twist and turn myself like I could when I was 30-something, I still feel the benefits. And I think I actually appreciate the spiritual aspects more than in my younger, leaner days. Shine on, Eileen!
Diana
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July 12th, 2009 at 6:14 pm
Isn’t it true how we have so much more zeal for life, and stand on our tip-toes to reach for the stars, but the hard part is that our toe nails crack from it, due to over-extending ourselves. lol
At a time when I feel that life is just beginning for me, I find that a huge part of me would love to do less work and enjoy my home, friends, and family more. It’s hard to find that balance.