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Katharine Esty
Feb 21, 20234 min read
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 read
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 read
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
Nov 20, 20224 min read
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.
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Katharine Esty
Oct 20, 20225 min read
What It's Actually Like To Be Over 90
As I approach 90 I'm wondering what my own future will bring. Will the happiness I have written so much about continue for me as I age?
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Katharine Esty
Sep 18, 20226 min read
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 read
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 read
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
May 15, 20225 min read
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...
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Katharine Esty
Mar 13, 20224 min read
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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Katharine Esty
Feb 13, 20224 min read
Some Days You Hate Yourself
Ever been stuck in a terrible mood you just couldn’t shake? I was there recently. Here's how I finally lifted myself out of my dark place.
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Katharine Esty
Jan 16, 20225 min read
Six Behaviors That Make Us Happier
A significant portion of our happiness depends on our own behavior. Our day-by-day choices. Here are 6 behaviors to promote happiness.
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Katharine Esty
Nov 7, 20215 min read
The Inside Scoop on Why Holidays Are Stressful for Older People, too!
In this month’s blog, I give some tips on how to handle 6 different situations to care for yourself & to create better harmony in the family
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Katharine Esty
Oct 10, 20215 min read
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.
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Katharine Esty
Aug 31, 20214 min read
Letting Go is The Key to Happiness
I’ve had to do a lot of re-evaluating since my emergency surgery - how have you had to change your self-image as you age?
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