Why We’re Dining Solo And Loving It
Solo dining has always been close to my heart. It’s not the first time I’ve written about this bold, liberating ritual—and it won’t be the…
Why Debra Batton’s “Dive of Death” Is the Leap We’ve All Been Waiting For
This week, as news broke of 65-year-old Debra Batton resurrecting her death-defying “Dive of Death” stunt, I found myself fist-pumping over my morning tea. Not…
Am I Too Old For Adventures? How To Break Your Expiration Date Mindset
I’ll admit, the first thing I do before pouring cream into my morning coffee or milk onto my granola is check the expiration date. If…
5 Ways to Boost Your Confidence in Midlife, From Someone Who’s Been There
Midlife is often described as a roller coaster—a mix of thrilling highs and daunting lows that at times might knock down your confidence. For me, it…
The Power of Unravelling: A Midlife Invitation
Midlife often arrives unannounced, bringing with it a kaleidoscope of questions, challenges, and opportunities. It’s a time when the life we’ve meticulously built may feel…
Cher’s Legacy: Lessons from a Living Legend
Few stars shine as brightly—or for as long—as Cher. With a career spanning six decades, she has conquered music, film, fashion, and even Twitter with…
Building Self Advocacy in Midlife
There was a time when I didn’t even know what “self advocacy” meant, let alone how much I needed it in my life. It wasn’t…
5 Style Lessons We Can Learn from Kamala Harris
Let's face it, in a world obsessed with youth, dressing stylishly after 50 can feel like a minefield. There's the fear of looking old-fashioned, the…
Confidence Booster: The Psychology Of The Power Suit
Summer is winding down and perhaps there's a little pang of post-holiday blues creeping in. But for fashionistas over 50, there's a way to face…
What’s Your Lucky Charm?
Do you believe in the power of lucky charms? I do and since Simone Biles has started sporting a lucky charm with a sparkling goat,…
My Midlife: 5 Things I’ve stopped saying in my 50s
Are you scared of getting older? I hear you and I was one of those people. But turning 50 made me realise that ageing is…
Grumpy Old Woman? No Way! Let’s Stop Complaining
It was a particularly dreary Wednesday afternoon when I found myself in line at the local bakery, waiting for my turn to order. The air…
Prof Carolyn Mair: “Great Style Starts With You”
There are some women whose backgrounds, styles and grace are so impressive that meeting them is like opening up new horizons. Prof Carolyn Mair is…
Ditch the Frump, Embrace the Fab: Why Ageing Isn’t the Problem
Our culture's message on ageing can be pretty downbeat. It seems like the only value we have is flawless skin, which ignores the wisdom and…
Argentina Crowns a Queen of Age: A New Chapter for Beauty
Argentina has thrown a diamond tiara into the stagnant waters of conventional beauty, and the ripples are reaching far and wide. Alejandra Marisa Rodriguez, a…
The Gucci Goodbye: How Art Became My Unexpected Confidence Catalyst
When was the last time you felt powerful and confident? Do you recall any particular moment when you felt you could nail it for the…
Ink & Wisdom: The Best Tattoo Aftercare For Women Over 50
So, you've taken the plunge! You've embraced self-expression through stunning artwork on your skin, joining the growing community of tattooed individuals over 50. Your tattoo…
Leadership Knows No Age: 5 Inspiring Women Over 40 to Watch in 2024
There is no age limit to achieving significant accomplishments and displaying remarkable behaviour. Women over forty have often been subjected to unfair stereotypes regarding their…
Self Compassion: When Midlife Body Revolution Starts With Kindness (Not Counting Calories)
How do you feel about your body? What comes up for you when you think about your midlife body, wrinkles, stretchmarks, muffin top, menopausal weight…
11 Non-Traditional Ways To Celebrate Self-Love On Valentine’s day
Valentine's Day is often associated with romantic love and grand gestures, but what about celebrating the most important relationship in your life - the one…