Is It Normal For Libido To Decrease With Age?
Loss of interest in sex is not an inevitable part of ageing. It's a very individual response and there are no standards, however, in midlife,…
Too Old For TikTok? Think Again!
A study by the National University of Singapore, supported by the Social Science Research Council’s Social Science and Humanities Research Fellowship, debunked a false myth…
The 6 Best Initiatives To Tackle Ageism With A Smile
Have you ever been in a situation where you wanted to call out ageism, but didn’t know how to do it? Like any prejudice, you'd…
How Old Do You Really Feel?
Did you know that the average difference between our actual age and how old we mentally feel is 12 years? It's called "Subjective Age" and…
Embracing Ageing? Pamela Anderson, too!
Whether you like her or not, Pamela Anderson is back. Far away from the 'Bay Watch' archetypal bombshell beauty of the '90s, she finally seems…
Would you give up makeup in your 50?
It may feel like a really daunting step to take but sometimes going make-up free in our 50s might have some benefits (not only for…
Older and Bolder: 7 Celebrity Grandmas To Watch Out For Inspiration
Forget that old adage of "baked goods, cardigans and oversized knickers". Modern grandmas are now sexy, stylish and anything but "expired". Going well beyond "good…
Carolyn Smith: “Always Keep Dancing And Smiling, No Matter What”
Nothing can stop internationally acclaimed dancer and choreographer Carolyn Smith. Not even cancer, which she still keeps battling fiercely with the power of positivity. Born…
Film Maker Sky Bergman: “I Know The Secret Of Lives Well Lived”
It's never too late to follow your passion, as well as challenge ageism. Sky Bergman an accomplished, award-winning photographer and film-maker knows that so well.…
The Good, The Bad, And The Beautiful Of Paulina
Paulina Porizkova was one of my favourite models when I was a teenager. Now that I'm in my 50s I have even more reasons to…
Sexual Reawakening Or Geriatric Porn?
When Tom Ford launched his campaign "For Ever Love" on Vogue France several years ago, many people felt embarrassed seeing mature couples caught in the…
Disrupting Daily Ageism: Why Awareness Is So Critical
Ageism is all around us. It has been called the ultimate prejudice, the last discrimination, and the cruellest rejection. Despite improving scientific research, increasing life…
How Can I Practice Body Acceptance?
Dear CrunchyTales, I've struggled with my weight since when I was younger but I slimmed down considerably later on. Unknowingly I became paranoid about eating,…
The Best Podcasts To Help You Thrive In Midlife
Whether you are in need of some inspiration or a little guidance for your midlife journey, listening to a podcast is a surefire way to…
Are You Scared Of Getting Older?
Life expectancy continues to climb but still, many midlife women have concerns about ageing. To a certain point, getting older is seen as a negative…
Hooded Eyes: Essential Makeup Tips For Women Over 50
Makeup is exciting at any age, but when you are over 50 and have hooded eyes, it may be a bit challenging to create that…
Why Women’s Brains Get Upgraded In Midlife
Welcome to the better half of your life. Believe it or not, according to The New York Times bestselling author of "The Upgrade: How the…
5 Things In Life That Get Better With Age
Contrary to what our beauty- and youth-obsessed culture tells us, growing older might be very exciting. Research shows that, in many ways, while our skin…
How To Stop Comparing Yourself To Your Younger Body
Comparing ourselves to others is very common and almost automatic. There will be always someone smarter, richer and younger. As a matter of fact, according…
Getting Real About Ageing In Hollywood
The preservation of youth is the main issue in Western societies resulting in the predominance of ageist beauty norms. As a result, modern women still…