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Fulfillment
Why I've Decided Not to Celebrate the Holidays This Year
And I promise I’m not a Grinch!
By Michele Weldon
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Relationships
Women (and Men) Reveal How They Juggle Holidays With Their Exes
Here are some creative solutions for blended holiday celebrations.
By Leslie Morgan Steiner
, November 22, 2023
5 Min Read
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Work & Money
How to Save Money on Holiday Gifts, According to Scrooge
How to stay both happy AND debt-free this season.
By Cindy Morgan-Jaffe
, November 22, 2023
4 Min Read
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Health
Lighten Up Heavy Holiday Meals With These Scrumptious Veggie Dishes
Five salads and sides that are nutritious and delicious.
By Elspeth Feldman
, November 22, 2023
5 Min Read
Here are the most popular newsletters from women over 60 smashing stereotypes and celebrating life before & after retirement
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Relationships
Want to Make Friends and Social Connections?
Then The Ethel Circle may be just right for you.
By Editor in Chief Shelley Emling
May 22, 2023
2 Min Read
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Relationships
Losing My Husband Was Hard. Here's How a Taxi Driver Helped
By Jan Tranen
, November 17, 2023
The stranger who bestowed lasting lessons on easing grief.
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Fulfillment
Be Invisible No More: Join the AARP Feedback Forum Today
November 17, 2023
Get rewarded simply for raising your voice.
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Fulfillment
I Just Turned 70 and Here's What I Finally Realize
By Candy Schulman
, August 29, 2022
I feel obliged to share.
Editor’s picks. Newsletters cover everything from ageism to money advice for women over 60, and more
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Health
I Rarely Felt the Sting of Loneliness — Until Recently
Here's what I did that really helped.
By Emily Listfield
September 8, 2023
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Lifestyle
Your Ultimate List of Gifts That Keep on Giving
Donate to people and places truly in need.
By Lisa A. Beach
, December 12, 2022
7 Min Read
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Lifestyle
The Midwest Oasis You May Want to Visit in Winter or Summer
More about what’s been called the Cape Cod of the Midwest.
By Jane Bokun
, January 23, 2023
3 Min Read
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Work & Money
Negotiating a Divorce Settlement? What to Know Now
How to come to an agreement with your spouse that's fair.
By Aviva Pinto
, June 22, 2023
3 Min Read
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Health
6 Foods That May Help Fuel a Longer Life
Find out which items top the list.
By Emily Listfield
, April 27, 2023
5 Min Read
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Health
How You Can Fight Against Hair Loss
By Suzanne Lane
, April 12, 2021
Here are some smart tips that can help.
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Fulfillment
No Husband? No Grandkids? No Turkey? No Problem!
By Jan Tuckwood
, November 17, 2023
How to create new rituals when your holiday traditions change.
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Fulfillment
The 2 European Cities That Are Drawing Older Women
By Deborah Charnes
, April 18, 2022
And why you may want to pay them a visit.
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Lifestyle
Dressy Dresses and Pantsuits for the Holiday Party Season
By Kim Marcum
, December 12, 2022
Here's how to make your entrance a memorable one.