What parent our age hasn’t held secret thoughts of revenge upon our children from time to time? 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 … [Read more...]
5 Money Tips for Seniors
Although you might be retired and enjoying the fruits of your life of labour, you could still get yourself into financial trouble if you’re not careful. With a less hectic schedule on their hands, older people do have a tendency to spend more money on ways to fill up their time. It wouldn’t be too much of a stretch to say that seniors should actually make more of an effort to keep a handle on their spending than the younger folks. Here’s five things you could do that would be helpful in this … [Read more...]
Holistic Health & Wellness: Lynne Wadsworth
Lynne Wadsworth is a health and wellness coach who is originally from England. We are now lucky to have her living on our side of the pond because she is a health coach and wellness cooking instructor who guides women in their 50s and beyond to become more energized and healthier than ever before. Lynne is a graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and her work focuses on taking women through an easy-to-do process so that we can say goodbye to the yo-yo dieting, binge eating, and other habits … [Read more...]
Job Interview: The Two Impressions That Will Make (or Break) Your Success!
You are gearing up for a much anticipated job interview. In order to do your best, you want to be well prepared and are going through a list of questions in your head… Which aspects of my background make me the right person for the job? How can I best relate my skills and experience to illustrate my strength as a candidate? Which holds the greatest value? The people in my network? The companies where I’ve worked? The challenges I have faced and overcome? Or… any of the vast array of other … [Read more...]
Sight-Saving Tips For Aging Eyes
Aging is a healthy and normal part of life. While there are some age-related health issues that can’t really be prevented, you can do a few things that will ensure your eyes are in top shape even after you’re past your prime. Here are a few sight-saving eye care tips every senior needs to keep in mind. Get informed about your family health history Knowing your family’s eye health history is very important. There are eye conditions that can be passed from generation to generation, so if you know your … [Read more...]
Who Knows The Lives You’ve Touched…
At our age, boomer women realize the importance of relationships. The families we were born into and/or have created, the friendships we’ve formed and the way we interact with people provide us with those all-important connections that make life worth living. Yet, sometimes, we don’t realize how an act of kindness can alter the course of someone’s destiny. Here is an example. True or not… it’s a wonderful tale that’s worth sharing. His name was Fleming, and he was a poor Scottish farmer. One day, while … [Read more...]
This is Motherhood…For Grandmas!
If you’re a grandma (or about to become one), you are well aware that few joys in life can compete with being one of the lucky ladies in this very special club. However, motherhood itself can be fraught with doubts, stress, fears and a whole range of overwhelming feelings. And that’s where Feisty Side of Fifty Radio's guest comes in! Jill Koziol is the co-founder and CEO of Motherly, a modern lifestyle brand that redefines motherhood with all of its complexities for young mothers today. Jill is coauthor … [Read more...]
Insomnia: What Causes it and How to Fight it
For many older people, a good night’s sleep is just a dream. Many seniors report difficulties falling asleep, only to wake up again after just a few hours. In many cases, this leads to daytime fatigue that is so great it makes participating in normal activities, such as driving, extremely difficult. Also, around half of older people who complain to their doctor about poor sleep experiences will end up with a prescription drug. However, not only are these drugs often unnecessary, but they can also lead to … [Read more...]
In a Job Search? Here Are 3 Ways to Counteract The Age Bias!
Are you over 50 and feeling frustrated by the lack of opportunities in the job market? Do you think you’re being overlooked simply because of your age? Are you tired of seeing the jobs go to younger, less experienced applicants? If so... read on! There is little doubt that age bias is out there. In fact, many younger employers hold three main objections to hiring mature workers: They believe you lack energy and your commitment to your work has waned over the years. They think you will have … [Read more...]
Answers to Those 9 Brain-Twisting Questions
If you haven’t had the chance to take a look at 9 Brain-Twisting Questions To Put Your Gray Cells to Work do so before reading this page. Don’t cheat yourself… this quiz provides plenty of brain-twisting FUN! 1. The one sport in which neither the spectators nor the participants know the score or the leader until the contest ends: Boxing. 2. North American landmark constantly moving backward: Niagara Falls … The rim is worn down about two and a half feet each year because of the millions of gallons of … [Read more...]
9 Brain-Twisting Questions to Put Your Gray Cells to Work!
Want to get those little gray cells working? Well... here are 9 brain twisters that are sure to do just that. None of them have trick answers. But… believe me, they’ll have you thinking! The correct responses will come with my next post. So spend a little time working your gray matter and try to come up with as many answers as you can. Name the one sport in which neither the spectators nor the participants know the score or the leader until the contest ends. What famous North American landmark is … [Read more...]
AARP’s Date My Grandma
Those of us on the Feisty Side of Fifty know that one of the best ways to continue to celebrate life as we age is to add a little spice and romance. And that’s just what this show on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio is guaranteed to do! Our guest is Jeffrey Eagle. Jeffrey is the Vice President of AARP Studios and the Executive Producer of a brand new series you are going to love. It’s called “Date My Grandma” and this saucy show is guaranteed to lift your spirits, make you smile, and add a nice big dose of fun … [Read more...]