If you are 55 and older, you are probably asking yourself some questions like: There are many more questions to address, but these are some of the most frequently asked by the women I work with. This is why I have been helping women over the last 35 years create retirement income plans that addresses …
For the last 35 years, I have helped clients plan for retirement as well as how to address the issues of aging and how to remain independent. I was the Designated Daughter® (caregiver) for my parents, and because my parents and I had “the important conversations” and did the proper planning, I was prepared when …
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This month we are focused on how to prepare for and thrive after divorce both emotionally and financially. I just celebrated my 38th wedding anniversary with my darling husband, Mark. But did you know that I got divorced from an abusive husband when I was just 20? I’ve shared my story in books and interviews to help …
Going through a divorce is one of the most difficult things a woman can experience in her life – especially if she has children. Family law attorney, Henry Gornbein, author of Divorce Demystified, states, “Next to losing someone you love, divorce is one of the most traumatic of life’s experiences. At the same time, it’s …
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When your relationship suddenly ends, people often get so sad and stuck, and often, they don’t want to let people know how much they are hurting. The doubt and fears creep in, and you feel stuck. Although a breakup may have been long overdue, it’s hard for some people to ask for help since they …
I love visiting Costa Rica. Do you know that it’s one of the Blue Zones, with many people thriving and living to age 100 and beyond? On one of my trips, I met a couple in their 80s who were standing behind me for the zip line! They were fit, joyful, and having the time …
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About a month ago, I was exploring Medicare plan options because I will turn 65 in October, when I suddenly had an epiphany that in 15 years, I’ll be 80 years old! My first thought was, “How could this be happening? Just 15 years ago, I was turning 50 and entering this exciting phase of …
“The fear of dying has been replaced by the fear of living too long.” ~ Jon Zidan When I talk to people about their retirement, the #1 concern they share with me is outliving their assets. As we know, the fear of dying has been replaced by the fear of living too long. Put another …
“Our Earth does not need saving, we do. And we must save ourselves.” ~Nadine Clopton Every year on April 22, people around the planet celebrate Earth Day, the annual anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970. It’s been over 50 years since this movement began. Do you remember what the world …
On March 8, the world will be celebrating International Women’s Day with the historical, cultural, and political achievements of women. Organizations large and small will come together to show women just how valuable they are. And here at Smart Women’s Empowerment, we will be celebrating women’s empowerment all month long. First celebrated in 1909 as …
