Against The Clock: Owning Your Age As An Older Worker
October 30, 2019
The data are pretty startling unless you’re an older worker, in which case they may be all too familiar. In a recent study by Hiscox Business Insurance of workers over age 40, nearly 45% of respondents said they, or someone they know, have experienced age discrimination in the workplace. 36%…
Turn These Pages: Books That Address The Benefits And Burdens Of Aging
October 30, 2019
For many of us, turning to a good book can bring comfort when times are tough and wisdom when confusion is rampant. And as we get older, none of us knows precisely what will happen to our bodies or minds. While we may have been at the side of loved…
Top Dog: The Importance Of Pets In The Lives Of Older Adults
October 16, 2019
You may love your spouse and be smitten with your grandchildren, but for many of us, there’s nothing quite like the unconditional love we receive from our family pet. And that love may be even more precious once you realize the physical and emotional health benefits derived from pet ownership. …
Hair Raising: The Latest Updates On Baldness And Hair Loss
September 18, 2019
$8.5 billion dollars per year: that’s the amount spent each year for hair loss treatment. That’s a lot of money- and it apparently represents a lot of anguish when it comes to hair loss. So how much bang(s) have these spenders gotten for their hair loss bucks? Not so much,…
Second Acts: Advice And Examples For Crafting An Encore Career
September 11, 2019
Perhaps you’re still in the job you’ve held for decades and fantasizing about what else you could be doing at this point in your life. Or, maybe you’ve already “retired” but are ready for a new career. Wherever you are or whatever you’re thinking, you’re not alone if you’re contemplating…
From Soup To Nuts: Good Food And Nutrition Are Critical For Healthy Aging
September 11, 2019
Almost daily, there’s a news story about the latest “research” on what you should- or shouldn’t- be eating. Just opening your fridge at this point feels like an act of bravery, as the expert guidance on healthy eating seems to constantly shift. But, according to real nutrition experts, the truth…