There are always a few people who are hard to shop for on your list. Sometimes someone just seems to have everything or says they don't want anything for Christmas this year. Consider these alternative gift ideas this year instead of continuing to fill your house or someone else's with new objects. Refurbish Something Old [...]
We've all heard the saying, "you can’t teach an old dog new tricks,” but is it true? Maybe it is for dogs, but not for people. You can always learn new habits, no matter what age you are. It starts with understanding how the brain works and building on success. You can go from seeing [...]
Thanksgiving is a day typically filled with gratitude, joy, and - most importantly - eating! Despite so much change since the pandemic, the act of devouring a great meal for Thanksgiving dinner has remained true through it all. While most of us look forward to sitting down for that illustrious meal, Turkey Day includes so [...]
If you’ve lived somewhere for years, you’ve probably accumulated a lot of possessions. Maybe you’re running out of space, or you’re embracing the “spark joy” minimalist movement. Either way, having less clutter in your living space and better organization can help make a world of difference. If you’re looking to declutter, you might look into [...]
When you finally leave the workforce, there are so many exciting aspects of your life to look forward to. During the shift from the workforce into retirement, you may find yourself with more time on your hands than you had anticipated. If you do find yourself with some extra time to kill, here are a [...]
Our culture is very youth-focused, but we all instinctively feel reverence for people who have experienced much and gained wisdom from their long years. A positive attitude towards aging can go a long way towards finding happiness in retirement by giving us something to look forward to. Here are some wise words about aging. “How old would [...]
For much of your life, you’ve focused on your career, your family, and the future. Now is the time to shift your focus onto yourself. With more free time to pursue the things you love and perhaps some new activities, you can “reinvent” yourself in this next phase of life after many years of hard [...]
If you’ve been watching tennis, you may be interested to know that about 12% of U.S. tennis players are between 45 and 55, and 11% are 55 and older.[1] There are many sports that you can enjoy and excel at in your 50s and beyond. Plus, regular exercise could help you stay active for longer [...]
When we consider everything life can throw at us, it seems important to prepare for setbacks. We've seen forest fires in California, Hurricane Ida, flooding in Tennessee, plus a continuation of COVID. There's no getting rid of all the risks in life, but a solid plan goes a long way, whether it's having a first [...]
You've worked the majority of your life and deserve to have many blissful years ahead. With a proper plan and execution strategy in place, you should be on track to accomplish your retirement goals and dreams. But while working on your finances, take time to consider these three priceless pieces of retirement wisdom. The first [...]