Aging Well: Embracing our older bodies
Many older people relentlessly disparage their bodies. While there are many reasons for this negativity, it’s not the whole story.
Katharine Esty
Aging Well: The marvel of mindfulness
I am a real believer in the benefits of mindfulness and also meditation — especially for all of us over 70.
Aging Well: Savoring summer’s languid pace
We need experiences that can help us relax, replenish our energy, and uplift our spirits.
Aging Well: It’s a good time to be old
I want to remind you of the many ways our lives after 70 are better than those of our parents and our grandparents.
Aging Well: The magic of connections
Coping with heartbreaking grief
“When a community experiences a tragedy, as we in Acton have with the loss of three young people, it is a profound event.”
Aging Well: We grow kinder as we age
Recent research has found that very small acts of kindness have an unexpectedly large impact on the receiver.
Aging Well: Connecting with youth helps keep us engaged and joyful
Studies show that these connections improve our physical and mental health, and even lower our risk of depression.
Aging Well: Overcoming the winter blues
Winter is cold. The weather challenges our bodies, especially older bodies like mine. The cold penetrates our bones no matter how many layers we put on.
Aging Well: Four keys to a rewarding life
Here are four pieces of advice I would like to have told my young self.
Aging Well: Staying grounded, hopeful, and functional in uncertain times
Our happiness depends on our attitude and how we handle the inevitable challenges we encounter.
Aging Well: Handling the stress of family holiday gatherings as we age
For those of us in our 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s, holidays are stressful, but the reasons why are often not recognized.