Feb 15Why We’re Really Upset About Madonna’s AppearanceYou’ve likely read a headline or three about Madonna’s appearance recently. After attending the Grammys she was subjected to a huge backlash for the cosmetic work she’s seemingly had, and heavily criticized for being “unrecognizable”. She’s also been called a hypocrite for trying to look younger and succumbing to the…Madonna5 min readMadonna5 min read
Nov 7, 20223 Ways to Get Through the Holiday Season with More Joy & EaseWe are fast approaching the avalanche of the festive frenzy. For some of us it can be a joyful experience. …Holidays5 min readHolidays5 min read
Sep 22, 2022The Girl Who Had No Confidence (aka The Misunderstood Introvert)As a child, my school reports all said that I lacked confidence. I’d hear it remarked upon at parent evenings, my mother nodding along as I was critiqued in front of her. I rarely had confidence issues when I was in a small circle of people I felt at ease…Introvert6 min readIntrovert6 min read
Sep 7, 2022Are You Worried About What’s Age-Appropriate?Do you ever find yourself thinking that you’re too old to do something that’s lovingly calling you? Do you sometimes tell yourself that you can’t wear a certain outfit, or participate in a particular activity because you might be viewed as “clinging to your youth”? If you’re a woman over…Midlife4 min readMidlife4 min read
Sep 1, 2022My husband and I are very different introverts - your list reminded me of a few points of departure…1Tess AndersonI'm glad this was useful, Tess! Thanks for sharing with me.I'm glad this was useful, Tess! Thanks for sharing with me.1 min read1 min read
Aug 17, 2022When Self-Care Feels Like Yet Another “Should”Self-care is something we’ve heard an awful lot about in recent years. As more of us awaken to how damaging hustle culture and the glorification of busyness can be, we’re encouraged instead to prioritize creating space for self-care. There are endless books, articles and podcasts reminding us of the importance…Self Care5 min readSelf Care5 min read
Aug 4, 2022Common Fears of Aging (and How to Reframe Them)Our fear of aging is no accident. It’s the intended result of a culture of anti-aging. A highly profitable culture at that. We’re conditioned to believe that aging is the enemy and that the only way to feel any kind of peace with the aging process is to try and…Midlife4 min readMidlife4 min read
Jul 22, 20225 Ways Midlife Impacts Introverts DifferentlyContrary to popular belief, being an introvert isn’t necessarily the same as being shy or socially awkward. Although many introverts feel very at ease in our own company, it’s also true that we can feel equally at home in group gatherings if the conditions are in our favor. We tend…Aging5 min readAging5 min read
May 6, 2022What I Know at 47 That I’d Tell Myself at 27If you could go back in time and offer your younger self some loving words of wisdom, what would you most want to share? Sometimes the only way for us to truly acquire the knowledge we need is to allow ourselves the experience of finding our own way. …Aging4 min readAging4 min read
Jul 20, 2021Life Is Not Linear (and Age-Related Goals are BS)A few years ago, a woman sent me a message me to say she couldn’t believe that I was the same person who spoke about all things empowering but also shared personal truths about anxiety and depression. …Aging4 min readAging4 min read
