Living apart together is not a new concept. When Kathleen Hughes, journalist for the Wall Street Journal, interviewed my husband and me over 10 years ago about the timing and nature of a couple’s retirement transition, she had already encountered “living apart together.” Since then, I have seen and heard this mentioned by clients and… [Continue reading] Living apart together
Coping with uncertainty as you face retirement
Coping with uncertainty has become the norm these days. Planning for the future—at any life stage, including retirement—can be challenging right now. However, you can envision your future if you trust your process and keep a healthy perspective. As a retirement coach, I encourage as much lifestyle planning as possible before retirement. Take the time… [Continue reading] Coping with uncertainty as you face retirement
History as a guide in times of uncertainty
Do you use history as a guide? In 1918, a flu pandemic raged. There was no vaccine and the best defenses—washing hands, wearing masks, limiting gatherings, and quarantining when exposed—were not consistently practiced or enforced. Some people became weary or angry about wearing masks. According to the Centers For Disease Control, “more people died during… [Continue reading] History as a guide in times of uncertainty
Supporting each other for the foreseeable future and beyond
Although 2020 was a very challenging year in a number of ways, it brought out the best in many people. By supporting each other, we were able to feel connected to other human beings and to something greater than ourselves. This doesn’t need to stop. It can continue even after social/physical distancing is a distant… [Continue reading] Supporting each other for the foreseeable future and beyond
Reflection and planning for a healthier you
Have you taken time to ponder the past year? Have you examined the essential areas of your life to determine where you might make changes and grow? Reflection and planning are important components of a healthy lifestyle. Although many people focus on physical health at the start of a new year, it’s always good to… [Continue reading] Reflection and planning for a healthier you
This holiday season
Normally, I would post a simple holiday greeting today. However, there is so much not-normal about this year, isn’t there? While I continue to wish you a joyous Christmas and holiday season, I acknowledge that your circumstances may make that challenging. This holiday season may look different for you than it has in the past.… [Continue reading] This holiday season
Brain health and what you can do about it
How is your brain health? This time of year, some people are sad because they are missing family members or because of lack of sunlight. Others are overwhelmed with the number of tasks that need to be completed in a certain amount of time either because of a holiday, an end-of-year deadline, or assignments they… [Continue reading] Brain health and what you can do about it
Wishing you the best this Thanksgiving
If you don’t see an image, be sure to click through to see my Thanksgiving bouquet for you. I hope it will add some cheerfulness to your day. As I count my blessings this Thanksgiving, I’m thankful for you. I am also wishing you the best that life has to offer this Thanksgiving and in… [Continue reading] Wishing you the best this Thanksgiving
Common myths about singles
What myths about singles do you believe? In my post “Will you be going solo in retirement?” I talked about Eric Klinenberg’s book Going Solo: The Extraordinary Rise and Surprising Appeal of Living Alone. He pointed out that singleness is a choice not a myth. Even though being a couple is still the norm in… [Continue reading] Common myths about singles
Will you be going solo in retirement
Have you given any thought to whether you will be going solo in retirement? There is a good deal of emphasis on making the retirement transition as a couple. Much less information is available for those who are single. Going solo, in retirement and in other life stages, is on the rise. A single lifestyle… [Continue reading] Will you be going solo in retirement