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Invisalign Braces Over 50

July 18, 2012
Invisalign Braces Over 50

When you are over 50, correcting your teeth may seem like something that you missed out on when you were younger. I, however, learned that Invisalign braces are a great solution for mature men & women. Read my story.

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To Be Free Again: Finding Closure with Mom

July 12, 2012
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Elise Krentzel has always had a strained relationship with her mother. Here, she discusses finally finding letting go, as her mother’s health diminishes and both she, and her mom, are able to be free again.

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Controlling Menopause Weight Gain

July 10, 2012
Control Menopause Weight Gain

Menopause weight gain affects millions of women. Decreased estrogen & testosterone, as well as increased androgens, lead to fat increase. Learn to combat this!

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Beginning Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)

July 9, 2012
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As a post-menopausal woman, you may experience symptoms such as low energy, poor attitude, & mental fogginess. Here, one woman discusses how she began Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), and the results that she has experienced so far.

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Becoming a “No” Woman

July 3, 2012
Learning to say No

When you become a “no” woman, you will reap the benefits of setting more boundaries: lower stress, more control over your schedule, and even greater respect from others!

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Midlife Crisis Symptoms

June 22, 2012
Midlife Crisis

Life is full of ups and downs and surprises along the way. A midlife crisis for women is about the usual when you hit 50. Midlife crisis symptoms maybe any combination of the following – looking for new career, empty nester, loss of immediate family member, when you look around and realize you don’t know who you are.

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5 Great At-Home Hair Masks

June 21, 2012
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For an inexpensive, easy way to revitalize your hair and scalp, look no further than your kitchen! Items such as eggs & avocados can restore strength & shine.

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Aromatherapy Massage: A Possible Menopause Treatment?

June 15, 2012
Aromatherapy and Menopause

Aromatherapy- the use of plant-based oils- may be a successful treatment for menopause symptoms, improving mood, hot flashes, joint pain, sexual function, & more.

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5 Unusual Travel Destinations to Consider

June 11, 2012
Moscow, Russia

You have the travel bug, but Mexico and even France seem so… ordinary. Consider one of these unusual travel destinations to add some “oomph” to your passport!

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Women and the Burden of Self Image

May 30, 2012
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Self esteem is a result of years of conditioning, insults never forgotten; how you’ve compared yourself to others whether in the real world or those figures that grace the fashion pages. Most of us view ourselves more negatively than others view us. Here are some invaluable tips to help reshape the way you view yourself.

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Faire Une Promenade

May 28, 2012
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A French tradition keeps people of all ages engaged in life, nature, and one another. The Europeans have long known how to love life; can Americans learn, too?

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Women Over 50: Staying Connected

May 18, 2012

This 75-year-old filmmaker has learned that people find common ground in life experiences and in knowledge of our current world. Learn to keep your pizzazz, with Patricia Weaver.

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Retiring in Style, with Barbara Torris

May 16, 2012
Barbara Torris

Barbara Torris has truly “retired in style.” Here, she discusses how she learned to live a rich life without a career. In doing so, she inadvertently created her dream job: blogging about retired life. Barbara’s reinvention has allowed her to live out her lifelong dreams.

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Becoming Me… Finally

May 9, 2012
Penelope Whiteley

Penelope Whiteley, despite having bipolar disorder, lived a successful, busy, and glamorous life… until she turned 55. After physical, mental, & emotional crises, she has reinvented herself as an author & inspirational coach for midlife women.

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Mother of the Bride (or Groom) Style

May 3, 2012
Mother of the bride

Mother of the bride or groom fashion needs to be stylish and elegant, because all eyes will be on you, too! Keep your outfit classic and chic, this UK designer says.

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Electromagnetic Pollution: Our Invisible Stressor

May 3, 2012
You can purchase EMF neutralizers for cell phones.

Electromagnetic fields are more prevalent & dangerous than we think. Electro-technology almost always provides a better quality of life, but it also creates major unseen and unnoticed challenges to our health.

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Turning 50: What’s the Big Deal?

April 26, 2012
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Time is short, and at fifty, you face your own time limit. It’s time to find out what really turns you on, what you really want to do with this wild and precious life, as Mary Oliver puts it. Maybe it scares you a little, but you find you have the courage, one baby step at a time, to explore new options, discover new territories, set out on adventures beyond your back yard.

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Jillian Bullock on Having a “Fighting Spirit”

April 16, 2012
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Jillian Bullock is FASCINATING. She overcame rape, drugs, homelessness, prostitution and life with the Italian Mafia, all with a “fighting spirit.” Read about that fighting spirit here!

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Live Peacefully by Reducing Stress & Anxiety

March 28, 2012
Stressed? Anxious? You're not alone.

Those who struggle with anxiety often describe a vague, unpleasant sense of apprehension or fear that seems to have no logical cause. These tips can help!

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Organize in a Style That’s Uniquely YOU

March 27, 2012
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Knowing your predominant learning styles, traits, and inherent challenges can be very liberating. Here are some practical tips for organizing that match your personality and can help you move from chaos to calm.

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Three Innovative Dermatology Advances

March 14, 2012
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You know the basics of taking care of your skin, but you may not be aware of advances in dermatology that can improve your look, protect your skin and boost your confidence.

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Choosing Romantic Music: Part I

March 8, 2012
Romantic Music, Part I

Romance is simply incomplete without romantic music. Here are some guidelines for selecting the right music, as well as a list of all-time favorites to sweep you off your feet.

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Hairstyles for Women Over 50

February 29, 2012
DonnaOKlock

One of the greatest challenges women over 50 face is their hair. We don’t know what length to wear, it’s turning gray and the texture is changing – it just becomes a real challenge! How can we still look youthful when we’re over 50? Donna O’Klock, hairstylist at Bella Salon in Austin, Texas, shared her more »

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From Betrayal to Forgiveness

February 21, 2012

What if you woke up one day and could change your habitual emotional response to a situation?

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Female Hair Loss: The Causes and Solutions

February 15, 2012
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Whatever the cause of your hair loss, it is important to know that you are not alone, and that there are solutions that can help you restore your confidence.

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