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Unlocking Happiness in Your 70s and Beyond
Explore two attitudes that hamper our happiness: refusing to adapt to our changing circumstances and refusing the help that we need.
Katharine Esty
Dec 22, 20244 min read
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Aging Well in an Era of Uncertainty
Many of us feel dispirited in the face of uncertainty. This month I share four methods for calming yourself when you're feeling overwhelmed.
Katharine Esty
Nov 24, 20245 min read
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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.
Katharine Esty
Apr 21, 20244 min read
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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.
Katharine Esty
Jul 23, 20235 min read
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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.”
Katharine Esty
Apr 23, 20234 min read
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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.
Katharine Esty
Mar 19, 20235 min read
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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...
Katharine Esty
Feb 21, 20234 min read
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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.
Katharine Esty
Jan 18, 20236 min read
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The Magic of Connection
Connections ground us and give us new ways of thinking. But many of us are unaware of the steps for creating fulfilling relationships.
Katharine Esty
Nov 20, 20224 min read
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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.
Katharine Esty
Sep 18, 20226 min read
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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.
Katharine Esty
Jun 10, 20224 min read
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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.
Katharine Esty
Mar 13, 20224 min read
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Sex After Seventy - Frankly Speaking
In this blog, I give some perspective on how sex and intimacy become more entwined to meet the physical and emotional needs of older folks.
Katharine Esty
Oct 10, 20215 min read
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Post-Pandemic Me is Different
The lives of everyone have been upended by the pandemic. Back in December 2019, I never anticipated how dramatically I would change...
Katharine Esty
May 6, 20215 min read
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