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Gayle is a freelancer for The Ethel newsletter.

Gayle Kirschenbaum

Gayle Kirschenbaum is an Emmy-winning filmmaker, photographer, writer, coach, and speaker. Her film LOOK AT US NOW, MOTHER! premiered on Netflix and has been credited with transforming lives. Her TED talk is “No More Drama with Mama.” Gayle co-authored Mildred's Mindset: Wisdom from a Woman Centenarian with her mother, centenarian influencer Mildred Kirschenbaum. Gayle's upcoming memoir is Bullied to Besties: A Daughter's Journey to Forgiveness. For more, visit GayleKirschenbaum.com.
Gayle's Articles
Find out the surprising lesson that tops the list.
, May 1, 2025
Here are the joys of staying single and soaring high.
, February 1, 2024
And how she made me one too.
, June 22, 2023
Her style is ageless — and so is she.
, January 23, 2023
Here's what keeps me company.
, November 28, 2022
Some pretty good advice — just for you.
, December 20, 2021
I'm not the plus-one ... I am THE only one.
, September 20, 2021
The secret to living a long and healthy life.
, May 10, 2021
I was blindsided, and it sent me into a downward spiral.
, April 26, 2021
She was definitely not herself.
, December 3, 2020