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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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Hear, Hear! Living Better After 70
Discover how to live better after 70 by managing hearing loss. Learn from firsthand experiences & practical tips for improved communication.
Katharine Esty
Oct 27, 20244 min read
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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.
Katharine Esty
Sep 29, 20245 min read
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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?
Katharine Esty
May 19, 20244 min read
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Aging Today
Aging isn't what it used to be. Read on to explore recent research & some of my experiences, the difficulties & joys, of being old today.
Katharine Esty
Mar 19, 20244 min read
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Transgender Today
Many of us struggle to understand the meaning of transgender & nonbinary. Here is my journey of increasing awareness & openness to learn.
Katharine Esty
Jan 17, 20246 min read
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Self-Care Is The Key to Well-Being
We may love the holidays, but many feel depleted as the festivities end. We are in need of recuperation. That’s where self-care comes in.
Katharine Esty
Dec 19, 20235 min read
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Holiday Family Gatherings Are Stressful
Holiday family gatherings can be stressful, from role overload to missing loved ones. Learn how to navigate & find joy in these moments.
Katharine Esty
Nov 19, 20236 min read
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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.
Katharine Esty
Oct 22, 20236 min read
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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.
Katharine Esty
Sep 27, 20235 min read
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After 70, What Restores Our Energy and Revitalizes Our Spirits?
How’s your summer been? Did you get a chance to rest? Do something new? This month I share what restores me when I’m feeling rundown.
Katharine Esty
Aug 22, 20236 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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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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How My Trip to Visit the "Best Place on Earth to Live" Never Happened.
And 4 Lessons Americans Need to Learn from the Danes. “Jonathan just tested positive for Covid here this morning.” My son Dan called me...
Katharine Esty
May 15, 20225 min read
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