Believe it or not, your fourth (or ring) finger holds some amazing secrets. The length of this digit, in fact, is an indicator of the relationship that particular hormones play in the makeup of your unique body. A quick look at your hands can provide you with a fascinating glimpse at the chemical drivers that may rule your actions and emotions. This is fascinating stuff! First wave boomer women will likely remember their share of heated arguments surrounding the great nature vs. nurture debate of the … [Read more...]
Retirement Heaven Or Hell: Which Will You Choose?
Are you a boomer who is considering retirement and concerned about your financial security and general wellbeing? If so… you’ll want to be sure to take a listen to what Mike Drak and Susan Williams share on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio. Mike is a forty-year veteran of the financial services sector who found himself thrown into retirement unexpectedly and personally suffered from what he calls “retirement shock.” While working through this major life change, he authored his first book, Victory Lap … [Read more...]
The Discount That Was a Doozy!
One of the perks of growing older today is the fact that numerous stores have lowered the qualifying age for senior discounts. I’m thrilled that I can now shop at my favorite low-priced emporium and, on any Tuesday, receive an additional ten percent off. Yet, several years ago, an event occurred at that same store that was far from thrilling. In fact, this disaster was so emotionally charged, it’s permanently imprinted upon each of the memory centers in my brain. I can recall every detail: every sight, … [Read more...]
How to Jump Start Fitness in the New Year
Do you need a little more motivation to get started (or re-started) with healthier habits this year? Have you started and stopped more times than you care to remember? Fed up with fad diets and endless gimmicks that never work? You are in the right place! Join our guest on Feisty Side of Fifty Radio, Cathy Richards, M.A., for a big dose of motivation and the top tips to spring into long-lasting success! Cathy is an exercise physiologist, wellness coach, and the bestselling author of BOOM: Six Steps to a … [Read more...]
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 … [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 … [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 … [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 … [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 … [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 … [Read more...]
How To Eliminate Lower Back Pain With Three Simple Exercises
The lower back is central to everything we do. When we bend down to pick something up, the muscles of the lower back are activated. When we walk up stairs, these same muscles act to stabilize us. Even when we are sitting, the muscles of the lower back are still acting to try to keep the spine aligned. When the lower back is in pain, everything seems to hurt. This affects the way we move, the way we hold our bodies, the quality of our sleep, and our overall outlook on life. Several studies have found that … [Read more...]
Ask Yourself Big Questions And You’ll Lead a Big Life
The New Year is just beginning... this is the perfect time to reflect on 2020 and how you've spent the past 365 days. Have you used your time wisely? Are you living the values that are important to you? Have you grown intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually? Well I don’t know about you, but I’ve got some work to do in these areas. And, as women who own the lined faces that stare back in our mirror, we realize that life does not go on forever. So as we contemplate our New Year’s resolutions for 2021, … [Read more...]