Uplifting Song Playlist for Older Women I have always found that music can change my mood around in minutes. Whether it is listening to songs that take me back in time to a special place in my heart, or just music that has an “I can’t help but wanna dance” beat, music can help heal. Here is my personal playlist to help you feel just a little bit lighter!   25 songs that are sure to lift spirits and evoke positive vibes: “I Will Survive” by Gloria Gaynor “Respect” by Aretha Franklin “What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” by Cyndi Lauper “I’m Every Woman ..read more

Suddenly, I hated Santa. Depression can feel like an invisible struggle, especially for the millions of women over 50+ facing its challenges. Trust me, I know. I have had a lifelong battle with depression and anxiety. I’ll tell you a little story. I have always been a Christmasaholic. Always. From the time I was a child and throughout each stage of my life, I was crazy about Christmas. I mean, my kids all had trees in their rooms. (And I had 5!) In fact, every room in my house had decorated trees. Even the bathrooms. Each year we picked themes. One year was all about nature. Another ..read more

Summer is creeping up on us, and most of us will let the entire season slip by without having any summer adventures. Just because we are women in our 50s and beyond does not mean that we stop needing excitement and inspiration in our lives. In fact, it’s the exact opposite! Now that we don’t have toddlers that need sitters, or 4 kids that need to stop to eat or pee every 15 minutes, it’s our time to enjoy the world around us. A great way to do that is to have a plan. That way you don’t wake up one morning in September and say, “I forgot I wanted to do this” or “I never had time to do that”. Be ..read more

As we age, many of us have a hard time dealing with the way our body changes. It seems like no matter what we do, we can’t stop it! I feel the same way every day. But fashion for women over 50+ isn’t the same as it is for younger generations. But it also doesn’t have to be frumpy or outdated in order for us to feel comfortable and confident. First, I want you all to know that we aren’t supposed to look like we did at 25. And the fact that society is still catching up to that fact shouldn’t make you feel as if you have to hide anything. But many of us haven’t quite gotten to the point where we ..read more

Women get a bad rap as they age. It had nothing to do with you, your worth, or your beauty. Aged beauty is still beauty! It is all about society and the unrealistic expectations it has for any woman. But especially aging women. The thing is, this toxic culture is changing. It’s evolving. Women over 50, 60 and beyond are learning that it’s not about trying to be 29 again. Who wants that anyway? It’s about embracing where we are right now. So stop trying to look “young”. Look youthful! And there are so many ways you can begin your journey towards embracing every curve, every laugh line, and ever ..read more

If you are a woman over 50 or better, chances are you aren’t wearing the same makeup brand and formulas that you did in your 20s. When it comes to the best mascara for older women, there are great options. Older women tend to have thinning eyelashes that are more delicate and tolerate less pulling and tugging than when we were younger. We don’t want a mascara that is difficult to remove. We also aren’t looking for spider eyes. That kind of heavy makeup look is especially unflattering to older skin. Luckily, I have tried them all, and I have some great recommendations on the best mascara for wo ..read more

Stressed? Even though this part of your life should be filled with wisdom and grace, it’s important to acknowledge the unique challenges that may come our way. So let’s jump into a topic that resonates with many of us – coping with anxiety. Stress and anxiety can be hard to manage in midlife and beyond. We thought we would be done with all the worries and trauma by now. And while there is no magic wand I can wave to take it all away, I do have some insight here that just might help. So grab your coffee or tea, (or wine!) find a comfy spot, and let’s have a chat.     The 50s and beyo ..read more

What are you eating? So, I am a big believer in the idea that your body is only as healthy as what you put in it. Not that I’m suggesting any food is a miracle cure for anything; it is not. But I know making a habit of certain foods can significantly reduce your risk and improve your symptoms of some of the scariest illnesses we can face. And it’s all based on science. The benefits of healthy picks and wholesome foods for women over 50 are not a myth. As we age, it’s more important than ever to pay attention to our health and our well-being. And don’t get me wrong, ladies, I indulge in my shar ..read more

So, I have been accused of being a beauty product addict. In fact, one of my daughters visited recently, and when she saw my makeup tower, she said “shopping” in my bathroom was like shopping at Sephora. Needless to say, I’ve tried my share. And then tried some more. Trying to find the best makeup products for women over 50 with every single purchase. I think as we age, we are always looking for those holy grail products that just make us feel good when we look in the mirror. And if you have the right products and tools, makeup feels much more like how a dear friend lifts your spirits than a f ..read more

For most women, when they reach 50 or better, finding a hairstyle that looks fresh and updated and not frumpy can be tough. We tend to get stuck with “what’s always worked”. But we don’t want to spend an hour at the mirror anymore fixing our hair. And some of us with chronic pain issues (my hand is up!) can’t.  But imagine if you found low maintenance haircuts for women over 50 that inspired you. That made you feel good in your own skin. That made you feel, dare I say it? Sexy. Beautiful. Confident. Well, here is proof that you can. Because all these women? Over 50, 60 and more, and rocki ..read more