Reinventing Yourself After 70
All of us dread aging to some degree, but our elder years can be a positive period of continued vitality, engagement, and fulfillment.
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Katharine Esty
Aug 255 min
What's Too Old?
Let's explore the question of "what's too old" and alternative ways we could structure work, learning, and leisure at different ages.
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Katharine Esty
May 194 min
Parenting Evolves as We Age
Strengthening our bonds and staying connected benefits our health and well-being. But how do we manage when the road gets bumpy with age?
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Katharine Esty
Apr 214 min
Managing Unexpected Change as We Age
Change can be difficult to handle as we age. Here I share five do's & don'ts to help you manage stress in the face of unexpected change.
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Katharine Esty
Jan 176 min
Transgender Today
Many of us struggle to understand the meaning of transgender & nonbinary. Here is my journey of increasing awareness & openness to learn.
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Katharine Esty
Oct 22, 20236 min
Women’s Rights Benefit Us All
I’ve been watching the attack on women’s rights with growing alarm—we should all be worried. Action can help our feelings of powerlessness.
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Katharine Esty
Sep 27, 20235 min
Wisdom We Wish We Had Known
How often have you thought, “I wish I knew that when I was younger?” Being alive means we are constantly learning, growing, and adapting.
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Katharine Esty
Jul 23, 20235 min
Helplessness is the Worst Feeling
In this blog, I will look at the impact the ongoing pandemic has had on inducing helplessness in us. And what to do about it.
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Katharine Esty
Apr 23, 20234 min
Are You Going Though Life on Autopilot?
Sometimes I’m asked, “What is the best thing I can do to age well?” My answer today is: "Practice mindfulness and daily meditation.”
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Katharine Esty
Mar 19, 20235 min
The Myth of Independence
Clinging to independence when you are suffering is dangerously risky behavior. Part of aging well is accepting the help you require.
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Katharine Esty
Feb 21, 20234 min
Technology Triumphs and Terrors
We are one of the first generations who’ve had to deal with technology impacting most parts of our lives. It’s both enriching & enraging...
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Katharine Esty
Jan 18, 20236 min
Older Men Talk About "Being a Man"
This month I interviewed some male readers to see how their ideas of masculinity has changed as they've aged, and it may surprise you.
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Katharine Esty
Dec 13, 20225 min
4 Guidelines for Happier Holidays
There are good reasons why most elders enjoy celebrating the holidays more now than when they were younger. Today's blog has 4 to consider.
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Katharine Esty
Sep 18, 20226 min
Can We Quell Our Gen Z Grandchildren’s Fears About the Future?
Our grandchildren—our young people—need us like never before. That’s my takeaway after delving into the fears & hopes of my Gen Z grandkids.
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Katharine Esty
Aug 14, 20225 min
How to Thrive in Scary Times
I don’t deny it’s scary times. What with climate change, inflation, civil unrest, it’s hard to stay positive & calm.
It's about choosing...
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Katharine Esty
Jun 10, 20224 min
Secret Sources of Resiliency
I’ve been wondering: what are the ingredients for the happiness older people experience? Let's discuss them & the concept generativity.
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Katharine Esty
Mar 13, 20224 min
It’s Time to Get Up & Go!
Let's talk about our fitful moves toward re-starting our lives as the pandemic wanes & recognize it's an act of courage to live life fully.
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