Aging Out Loud: Brooke Shields and the Joy to Embrace Every Year
Aging is inevitable, but let’s face it—society seems determined to make us feel like it’s something to be ashamed of. We’ve been bombarded with messages…
What Keeps Midlife Women Awake At Night
There’s a peculiar silence that clings to the hours of the night when midlife women lie awake. It’s not the absence of sound but a…
Will 2025 Be the Year Midlife Women Thrive? 5 Trends To Watch
It may take many more years to fully eradicate ageism from society, but 2025 is set to probably see more midlife women poising to thrive…
The Bridget Jones Effect: Why This Is the Year We’ll All Be Mad About A Boy
Are you a mature woman dating a younger man? Good news! You're in great company, and this year may finally bring a more relaxed attitude…
The Joy of Quiet Reinventions: How Small Changes Can Lead to a Happier Life
There are some midlife reinvention plans that sounds like a quiet, playful revolution. A friend of mine in his 60s, Dr James M. discovered something…
No Funds, No Midlife Reinvention? Think Again
These days, it seems like everyone has a special formula for thriving in the next chapter of life, doesn’t it? From coaches promising to help…
6 Years In Bloom: Happy Birthday CrunchyTales!
Six years ago, I dared to challenge a narrative that had long silenced us—the story that midlife is a period of fading, of diminishing, of…
Smile More, Live Better
As the chief editor of a lifestyle magazine for women over 50, I often marvel at the incredible resilience, wisdom, and beauty that define this…
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…
How Grandmas Are Stepping Up: Redefining Support for Single Mums
In a fast-paced and chaotic world, the love and attention from grandparents are truly priceless treasures. Today, unlike their predecessors, not only they embrace a…
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…
4 Signs You’re Aging (No, It’s Not What You Think)
Ah, the joys of getting older! We expect some classic signs—the fine lines, the achy knees, maybe a sprinkling of silver in our hair. But…
Say YES to life
In the middle of our journey, there’s a moment when life asks us directly: "Will you leap?" This isn’t about grand gestures or big risks—it’s…
Age Disruptor Mariann Aalda: “We’ve Gotta Take the Shame Out of Our Game”
In a world quick to sideline women over a certain age, Mariann Aalda defies expectations. Honoured by AARP as an “Age Disruptor” for her advocacy…
The Stories Our Scars Tell
As women over 50, we carry with us not just the wisdom of our experiences but also the visible reminders of the journeys we've taken.…
The IMS President Rossella Nappi: “Stop Viewing Menopause As The End Of The World”
Menopause is a universal yet profoundly personal experience shaped by factors like family history, genetics, and lifestyle. In this exclusive in-depth interview, the newly appointed…
Victoria’s Secret Show Welcomes Silver Models—But Is It Enough?
The recent Victoria’s Secret fashion show aimed to capture attention with a headlining surprise: the return of iconic supermodels Tyra Banks, Kate Moss, Eva Herzigova,…
From Anti-Aging to Happy Aging: How To Reframe Your Mindset
For years, the beauty and wellness industries have bombarded us with a single message: fight ageing at all costs. The phrase anti-ageing has become ingrained in…
Is Having A Personal Trainer The New Midlife Trend?
What is it about reaching the golden age of 50-something that inspires a woman to surrender her physical autonomy to a trainer 25-year-old with biceps…
Is Ageing A Choice?
The passage of time is an inevitable aspect of life. Yet, ageing often evokes feelings of dread, loss, and decline. We cling to youth, desperately…