A Sixty and Me essay reflects on aging, loss and paying attention to ordinary moments instead of treating life as something still to come.
Be Here While You Are Here: Don’t Miss The Life You’re Living
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Living Well Despite Adversity Depends On These 3 Skills
A Sixty and Me report identifies potential, choice and purpose as skills that may help people cope with hardship and find meaning.
Nature-based Activities May Offer Lasting Relief From Loneliness
A Barcelona randomized trial found lower loneliness scores for older adults offered nature activities, with average reductions persisting at one year.
I Don’t Know What Comes Next, But I’m Not Done Yet
A Sixty and Me contributor describes pausing her writing during her husband’s recovery and finishing three books as she considers her next chapter.
When Overwhelm Hits, Switch To Underwhelm
A Sixty and Me contributor shares how she lowers expectations and uses rest, reading and simple activities during demanding periods of caregiving.
10 Lessons That Come From Living Outside Of Your Comfort Zone
A Sixty and Me contributor recounts a 30-day solo trip to France and the lessons she says came from travel, uncertainty and living outside her comfort zone.
The Simple “Analog Basket” That Helps Me Unplug
A personal story of how creating an accessible, offline activity basket transformed evening relaxation and reduced screen time effectively.
What does stress really do to our bodies – and when does it become a big problem?
Exploring how stress affects our physiology, the risks of chronic stress, and what science says about managing it effectively.
Why I Couldn’t Stop Reacting (Even Though I Knew Better)
A personal account of overcoming emotional triggers with narcissistic family members through practice and repetition, highlighting key insights.
Sauna Blanket vs Traditional Sauna: The Surprise Trade-Offs
Great insights await as we compare sauna blankets and traditional saunas, revealing surprising trade-offs that could change your wellness routine forever.
