The first step in personal growth, especially after 50, is self-realization, learning to be true to yourself. This requires a shift in focus, a moment of stillness where you quiet the noise of the outside world and turn inward. This season of life is not about fading into the background. It is about blooming with […]

Every spring, I often find myself reminiscing about the years my ultimate concierge and I spent in Rancho Mirage, a chapter of my life that holds some of my most treasured memories. I can still picture myself sitting in my great room, looking out onto my small garden, wrapped in the peacefulness of California living. […]

Loss of a spouse, a parent, a sibling, a child — oh my God, a child! — a close friend, a pet or a colleague creates despair, emotional turmoil, worries, and a thousand different feelings. *Affiliate disclosure.  Sending a condolence card is hard but necessary Those who hear or read the news of the loss […]

Sadly, for many people, pain is a daily and debilitating experience. Those who suffer from arthritis, fibromyalgia, and autoimmune conditions experience pain that makes life more challenging. Painkillers may be effective at reducing symptoms, but they pose problems of their own. Patients may become reliant on the medication or experience adverse side effects like gastrointestinal […]

*Affiliate disclosure. I wish you clarity on this Sunday Morning. What do I mean? Envision a pool of clear water. Now turn your thoughts inward, sigh out loud and clear your mind of all negativity. Do you feel a weight lifted off your shoulders? I am sure you do. While continuing to sit quietly, think […]