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7 Unexpected Gift Ideas for Women Over 60

Gift Ideas for Women Over 60

I’ll be the first to admit that finding gift ideas for women over 60 is tough – even when you’re one yourself! As I’ve gotten a little older, I’ve started to notice that buying presents for my friends has become more difficult. Maybe women over 60 place less value on material things. Or, maybe our tastes simply change as we age.

  1. A New Experience – Women over 60 are more adventurous than society wants us to think. How about offering a gift that will provide a new adventure?
  2. Give the Gift of Beauty & Style – A gift card to her favorite store is a good idea if she loves to shop. Let her go pick out what she truly wants.
  3. Give Her the Gift of Healthy Exploration – A park pass to explore and hike our national parks is a great gift that will get her out in nature.
  4. Give Her a New Skill – Offer her a monthly subscription to online learning. She can learn cooking skills with professional chefs and creative writing with award-winning authors, and so much more.
  5. Give Something a Little Risqué – We are never too old for a little spice in our lives. Gift her an erotica book or a personalized perfume.
  6. Give Something Creative – Make her something handmade. We all love to receive something that was specially made for us.
  7. Give Something Inspirational – Thoughtful books for self-awareness are always a great way to tell her that you care about her and her well-being.

What Are the Best Gift Ideas for Women Over 60, Really?

Fortunately, as the founder of Sixty and Me, a community of over 600,000 women over 60, I have plenty of people to turn to for ideas. So, to help you choose the perfect gift for the women over 60 in your life, I asked the other members of the community what they considered to be the best gifts.

Many of their answers were unexpected, and I hope that the information here helps you to choose a gift that your older friend, mother, sister, or grandmother will love.

Looking for the best birthday gifts for a woman over 70? See: 50 Gift Ideas for 70th Birthday.

Also, read WHAT ARE THE BEST GIFTS FOR GRANDMA… ACCORDING TO GRANDMAS?

First, a Few Words of Gift-Buying Advice

There’s a saying in medicine to “first do no harm,” and the same can be said for choosing presents for “older women.”

One of the worst things that you can do is to choose a gift based on aging stereotypes or, worse, “anti-aging” messages. So, before you start searching for cookware, skin cream, bath salts, or knitting wool, take the time to understand the unique personality of the special woman in your life.

Speaking of which, women over 60 want to own things that reflect their interests and personality. After six decades of gathering “stuff,” many of us are downsizing our lives and only have time for objects which we, in the words of William Morris: “know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.” The last thing we want is more clutter around the house, just at a time when we’re trying to get organized.

So, if more “stuff” isn’t the answer, what is? Our passions. Most women over 60 have at least one or two things that they are crazy about. Some of us are collectors. Others have hobbies or activities that they couldn’t live without.

If you want to impress us, take the time to understand what is important in our lives.

When you do, you will give us two presents – the experience or object that you choose and the knowledge that you care enough to see us as people, not as a demographic.

One final piece of advice before I share some specific ideas – don’t feel like you need to spend a lot of money on gifts for women over 60. More than any other group, most of us appreciate the thought behind a gift. When in doubt, creating something that shows your love and attention will always make us happy.

So, all that said, here are a few unexpected gift ideas for women over 60:

Give Her a New Experience

Most women over 60 are more adventurous than you think. We’re certainly more adventurous than we are portrayed in the movies! While we still appreciate objects that are “useful or beautiful,” most of us are interested in filling our lives with as many experiences as we can.

Think about the special older woman in your life. Is there a unique place that she would love to go? Perhaps you could buy her a bus pass to go on a day trip or weekend adventure. Or, how about a massage, helicopter ride, or boat cruise?

helicopter tour of Miami

30 Minute Private Luxury Helicopter Sightseeing Tour of Miami

I’m not saying that all women over 60 would love to take a helicopter ride. That’s not the point!

I’m simply saying that you shouldn’t eliminate adventurous options without thinking about her unique personality and interests first.

If you are looking for inspiration, check out Tinggly, an “experience” gift site. They offer a variety of unexpected “experiential” gift ideas, and there are plenty of similar sites throughout the world.

How about a walking food tour of New York City?

New York Private Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours

New York Private Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours

Or a food, wine, and history walking tour in Sonoma, California? 

#1 Sonoma Walking Food, Wine & History Tour (Small Groups)

#1 Sonoma Walking Food, Wine & History Tour (Small Groups)

Give the Gift of Beauty & Style

Despite what the many aging stereotypes might suggest, many women over 60 still love style and beauty products. Most of us love to present our unique personalities to the world through makeup and the clothes that we wear every day.

Once again, since women over 60 are as different as the stars in the sky, it’s difficult to suggest specific stores or products for you to purchase items or a gift certificate from. Some women love classical styles, while others have embraced vintage clothing.

Your best bet is to casually ask her where she loves to shop and present her with a gift card she can use in-store (if she prefers to go to a physical location) or online.

Need some clothing store inspiration? See: Best Clothing Stores for Women Over 50.

If she loves beauty products why not think of gifting her a subscription to a beauty box? Beauty boxes are monthly deliveries that are filled with new beauty products and cosmetics to try. It’s the gift that keeps on giving.

Read 5 BEST BEAUTY BOX SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR WOMEN OVER 50.

You can also get a gift card at a beauty megastore like Sephora or Ulta.

Give Her the Gift of Healthy Exploration

Nothing is more important after 60 than staying healthy. When you feel good in your body, you are more likely to stay social, explore, and pursue your passions.

At the same time, many women in their 60s find the idea of going to the gym about as exciting as the prospect of spending time in the dentist’s chair.

Fortunately, there are plenty of healthy gift options that don’t involve weights or running machines!

Consider getting her a National Parks Senior Pass – with 62 officially protected National Parks in 29 states providing hiking trails, picnic spots, camping spots and guided tours.

National Park Service

National Park Service

Give Her a New Skill

Women over 60 love to learn. Is there something that she has always wanted to do? Perhaps she keeps talking about learning how to cook a certain cuisine? Or, maybe she has always wanted to take an art class? Whether she is interested in sushi or oil painting, learning a new skill will be a gift that she will remember forever.

Master Class offers a variety of classes with professionals in numerous fields. A cooking class with Gordon Ramsey? Photography tips and tricks from Annie Leibovitz? Let her choose her new skill.

master class

Read 3 SMART REASONS WHY LIFELONG LEARNING SUPPORTS LIVING A LONG AND SATISFYING LIFE.

Also, by offering an Apple App Store gift card (if she has an Apple phone) or a Google Play gift card (if she has an Android phone) she can download all the apps she wants. 

Read 10 GAME APPS FOR WOMEN OVER 60, 5 BEST AUDIOBOOK APPS, and 5 LANGUAGE APPS FOR WOMEN OVER 60.

Give Something a Little Risqué

If you are dating or married to this woman, she might appreciate a gift that touches on the sensual side. After all, another myth about older women is that they no longer care about sex or being desirable. Nothing could be further from the truth.

So, why not nourish her sensual side by giving her some fun lingerie or a risqué book like Fifty Shades of Grey, Sexy Shorts, or classic erotica like Delta of Venus by Anais Nin.

See also: Lingerie Guide for Older Women.

A slightly tamer, but no less sensual option, is to create a custom perfume just for her. Check out The Greatest Smell Ever for more details on how to create a customized perfume. These gift ideas for women over 60 aren’t for everyone, but you’ll know whether it makes sense.

the greatest smell ever

Give Something Creative

The first step to choosing an “unexpected” gift is to abandon the tired stereotypes about what “older women” want. Once you take the time to truly understand her passions and personality, it’s time to apply your creative skills to choosing the perfect gift.

Can you give her a memory that she will keep with her for years to come? Don’t go for the lazy option. Even a hand-written card or homemade gift is better than a gift based on a tired cliché.

Also, think about taking an online art class with her. Stores like Michael’s offer in-store/online events and craft classes.

Get creative!

michaels

Read THE JOY OF HOMEMADE GIFTS AND CARDS.

Also read 45 BEST GIFTS FOR CRAFTERS.

Give Something Inspirational

Women in their 60s are often going through a particular challenge in life, whether it’s a divorce, the end of a career, or unexpected health problems. These women would be particularly appreciative of your love and support.

If she is going through a transition in her life, consider buying an inspirational book by authors such as Pema Chodron, Deepak Chopra, Tony Robbins, the Dalai Lama, Thích Nhất Hạnh, or Elizabeth Gilbert. 

How about an e-reader for the avid reader birthday girl?

Add a personalized hand-made candle to the package for women who like to meditate.

Once again, the physical gift is just a small part of the present. Giving the perfect gift is all about showing that you care!

Offer her wall art or art blocks to remind her daily how beautiful and loved she is.

There are many gift ideas for women over 60. Just remember to make your choice personal, creative, and insightful. When you take the time to pick something personal, you show how much you really care. And, at the end of the day, that’s all that women over 60 want!

Read WHAT ARE THE BEST NEW GRANDMA GIFTS? YOU MAY BE SURPRISED!

Also read WHAT ARE THE BEST 50TH BIRTHDAY GIFTS FOR WOMEN?

Let’s Have a Conversation:

What do you think are the best gift ideas for women over 60? What’s the best gift you’ve received recently? Please leave a comment below and let us know.

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Is “Divorce Month” a Real Thing?

divorce month

Statistics suggest that people mostly initiate their divorce actions in January either by filing for divorce, separating (moving out) or consulting with a divorce professional. Some people think “it’s a new year, it’s time for a new start,” hence January has been dubbed “divorce month.”

However, as you know, divorce is a process, and divorces that are initiated in January still have a LONG way to go before being finalized. In some states, like California, one must file an action for divorce to begin the 6-month waiting period. In North Carolina, you must move out and begin living separately to begin the 12-month waiting period.

Probably, the most common reasons why January is a big month for divorce is that (1) people don’t want to deal with an inevitable divorce during the holidays, or (2) the straw that broke the camel’s back occurred during the holidays.

Reasons Why People Don’t Want to Deal with Divorce During the Holidays

I can think of many reasons why people don’t want to deal with their divorce during the holidays. For one, it’s thought of as socially inappropriate. The thought here is that separating or filing for divorce during the holidays is taboo and socially unacceptable.  Not only are you divorcing, but you wrecked everyone else’s Christmas to boot!

Along this same line of thinking, parents decide to grin and bear it during the holidays, essentially faking it to keep the kids happy. They want the kids to experience one more year of family traditions. For young children who are still oblivious to Mom and Dad’s marital problems, this can ensure the kids feel the joy of the holidays.

On top of it, the holidays are already stressful enough. Between parties and events, cooking and shopping, family get-togethers and decorating, all of which should be a source of pleasure, the holidays can instead add up to lots of stress and spending! Moving out and professional fees can be a huge hit on the budget during a time when the budget already gets pushed to the limit.

Good Reasons Why You Should Start the Process Before or During the Holidays

I can think of very good reasons why someone should NOT postpone the inevitable and go ahead and start the divorce process during the holidays.

Initiating the Process Can Be a Relief

I often hear from couples that having a consultation to learn about the process can be a huge relief. Divorce, especially if you have not been through it before, is full of unknowns, and that can add to fear. Having at least a general understanding of the divorce process, how child support and spousal support are determined and how assets (and debts) are divided can be a huge stress reliever!

Having a consultation with a divorce professional, which for many is the first step towards a divorce, and taking pro-active steps to plan divorce can also give one a sense of hope. Getting the ball rolling and having that first step behind you may make the holidays more enjoyable.

Your kids, and even your older grandkids, can feel the tension and that can overshadow any enjoyment of having the family together. Maintaining appearances can be emotionally taxing. Your kids may be happy that you are finally ending an unhappy marriage. Family traditions can be kept. They may just feel a little different.

The Sooner You Start, The Sooner It Will Be Over

If “divorce month” is a real thing, entering into the financial and legal process in front of everyone who waits until January to seek out help can be an advantage. Divorce professionals can be inundated with new clients and one may find that the professional of their choice isn’t taking on new clients.

The family court system can take a long, long time so the sooner you start, the sooner it will be over. The very reason that other people don’t want to deal with their divorce during the holidays may make it a perfect time to get the professional attention you need.

Divorce Is a Deeply Personal Matter

The pros and cons about timing must be weighed and the decision should be based on the emotional impact to the family. This is why a one-hour consultation with a Certified Divorce Financial Planner (CDFA) and Mediator is very helpful. It gives individuals and couples knowledge about how the divorce process works. They also learn how mediation can help them have a financially smarter and emotionally healthier divorce.

Let’s Have a Conversation

Did you initiate your divorce in January and what prompted you to do that? How long did your divorce process take? Do you wish you had received financial advice in your divorce?

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Is “Divorce Month” a Real Thing?

divorce month

Statistics suggest that people mostly initiate their divorce actions in January either by filing for divorce, separating (moving out) or consulting with a divorce professional. Some people think “it’s a new year, it’s time for a new start,” hence January has been dubbed “divorce month.”

However, as you know, divorce is a process, and divorces that are initiated in January still have a LONG way to go before being finalized. In some states, like California, one must file an action for divorce to begin the 6-month waiting period. In North Carolina, you must move out and begin living separately to begin the 12-month waiting period.

Probably, the most common reasons why January is a big month for divorce is that (1) people don’t want to deal with an inevitable divorce during the holidays, or (2) the straw that broke the camel’s back occurred during the holidays.

Reasons Why People Don’t Want to Deal with Divorce During the Holidays

I can think of many reasons why people don’t want to deal with their divorce during the holidays. For one, it’s thought of as socially inappropriate. The thought here is that separating or filing for divorce during the holidays is taboo and socially unacceptable.  Not only are you divorcing, but you wrecked everyone else’s Christmas to boot!

Along this same line of thinking, parents decide to grin and bear it during the holidays, essentially faking it to keep the kids happy. They want the kids to experience one more year of family traditions. For young children who are still oblivious to Mom and Dad’s marital problems, this can ensure the kids feel the joy of the holidays.

On top of it, the holidays are already stressful enough. Between parties and events, cooking and shopping, family get-togethers and decorating, all of which should be a source of pleasure, the holidays can instead add up to lots of stress and spending! Moving out and professional fees can be a huge hit on the budget during a time when the budget already gets pushed to the limit.

Good Reasons Why You Should Start the Process Before or During the Holidays

I can think of very good reasons why someone should NOT postpone the inevitable and go ahead and start the divorce process during the holidays.

Initiating the Process Can Be a Relief

I often hear from couples that having a consultation to learn about the process can be a huge relief. Divorce, especially if you have not been through it before, is full of unknowns, and that can add to fear. Having at least a general understanding of the divorce process, how child support and spousal support are determined and how assets (and debts) are divided can be a huge stress reliever!

Having a consultation with a divorce professional, which for many is the first step towards a divorce, and taking pro-active steps to plan divorce can also give one a sense of hope. Getting the ball rolling and having that first step behind you may make the holidays more enjoyable.

Your kids, and even your older grandkids, can feel the tension and that can overshadow any enjoyment of having the family together. Maintaining appearances can be emotionally taxing. Your kids may be happy that you are finally ending an unhappy marriage. Family traditions can be kept. They may just feel a little different.

The Sooner You Start, The Sooner It Will Be Over

If “divorce month” is a real thing, entering into the financial and legal process in front of everyone who waits until January to seek out help can be an advantage. Divorce professionals can be inundated with new clients and one may find that the professional of their choice isn’t taking on new clients.

The family court system can take a long, long time so the sooner you start, the sooner it will be over. The very reason that other people don’t want to deal with their divorce during the holidays may make it a perfect time to get the professional attention you need.

Divorce Is a Deeply Personal Matter

The pros and cons about timing must be weighed and the decision should be based on the emotional impact to the family. This is why a one-hour consultation with a Certified Divorce Financial Planner (CDFA) and Mediator is very helpful. It gives individuals and couples knowledge about how the divorce process works. They also learn how mediation can help them have a financially smarter and emotionally healthier divorce.

Let’s Have a Conversation

Did you initiate your divorce in January and what prompted you to do that? How long did your divorce process take? Do you wish you had received financial advice in your divorce?

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Moving to New Home Later in Life: Preparing to Move

moving to a new home later in life

Moving to a new home later in life involves a series of decisions, as noted in the prior installments of this Sixty and Me blog series. If you’ve finally decided to take the plunge, now is the time to prepare for the big event.

Moving after age 50 differs from your younger days when you could recruit a friend with a pickup truck and pay with pizza and beer. Moving later in life presents a more significant logistical challenge. For one thing, you probably have more stuff. Second, your older body may be unable to haul that stuff around as easily as it did when you were younger. Third, your friend may still have a pickup truck, but it won’t fit all your belongings, and she’s no spring chicken herself.

Moving now requires more planning and will involve different players. To simplify this, let’s break down the process into four phases:

  • Planning
  • Downsizing
  • Pre-moving day preparations
  • Moving day

Planning

Every move planning situation is unique and defined in part by answers to a couple of crucial questions:

  • Where and how far away you are moving?
  • Are you downsizing, upsizing or “samesizing”?

Then, depending on your situation, here are some tips to support the planning process.

What’s Your Budget?

A long-distance move can set you back about $5,000, while moving locally may cost $1,000 or less. Keep track of expenses since some might be tax deductible.

Hiring a Moving Company

The amount of stuff to be moved and the distance to the new home will determine whether to hire a mover. Here are some ideas for finding and working with a moving company.

Do Your Research

Make an initial list by searching the internet and scanning the reviews to choose the top three candidates.

Check Government Credentials

Reputable moving companies have a state or federal registration number. In addition, ask for proof of insurance.

Get Written Quotes

To increase the probability of a precise quote, require an onsite or video inspection of your stuff. A quote may or may not be binding. Learn about the differences so you can make the best decision.

Understand the Bill of Lading

The BOL serves as your contract with the mover. Read it carefully and ask questions before signing. Ensure you have ready access to it during the move and keep it for future reference.

Will You Need a Storage Unit?

Sometimes, temporary use of a storage unit can help reduce the stress of a move. For example, if you want to downsize but don’t have time to sort through all your belongings, put items in storage so you can go through things at a less hectic time. Look into storage options early in the process so it will be available as you need to move items into the unit.

Scope Out the New Location

Learn about the new geography before you move. For instance, find out the location of grocery, hardware and drug stores. Also, check into local ordinances regarding moving trucks and parking to avoid problems on moving day.

Sizing Your Stuff

Many people moving later in life realize all their stuff will not fit into the new home. Here are some ideas for tackling the downsizing monster.

How Much Needs to Go?

Measure your new home and determine what living style you’d like to maintain after moving in. Would you prefer a roomy feel or a comfortable clutter with your familiar things close at hand? With these ideas in mind, sketch out what items will fit in the space.

Know Your Options

Once you know what you’re going to get rid of, there are four possible downsizing choices:

  • Keep it
  • Donate it
  • Sell it
  • Trash it

For each option, create a plan. For instance, identify donation alternatives and learn what items they will take. For selling, decide on how you’ll market your items and allow ample time to keep up with inquiries from interested buyers. As for trashing, you may need to rent a dumpster. Make your best guess on how much will be trashed to procure the right dumpster size.

Keepsakes

Many of us have prized possessions we’d like to pass down to younger generations. However, make sure your relatives and friends know your wishes beforehand. Perhaps you can even give them the items right away. If no one is interested, keep the written information with each item, so in the future, people will know what the object meant to you before they toss it.

Furniture

There are several ways to handle these larger items.

  • Offer to whomever buys your current home.
  • Offer to relatives or friends.
  • Sell items at a garage sale or online.
  • Donate to charity.
  • Place items on the curb with a “free” sign or place ads on online resources like Freecycle.org.
  • Transport things yourself to the dump, rent a dumpster or hire a junk hauling company.

There are also situations where a move is either upsizing to a larger dream home or “samesizing” to similar square footage as the current home. In both cases, it pays to measure the new home carefully to ensure that the items you bring will fit the intended spaces.

Pre-Moving Day Preparations

Communicate with the Mover

Verify dates, times and pricing with the mover leading up to moving day.

Packing

Packing and unpacking chores consume the biggest share of moving time and energy, with packing taking the most time. Here are some packing tips:

  • If you use a commercial mover, know what items they prohibit. For example, most professional movers will not accept hazardous materials like yard chemicals, gasoline, propane tanks, and fireworks.
  • Label all boxes and, on a separate sheet, make notes describing the contents. The labels should indicate the room in the house to facilitate unloading and unpacking.
  • Don’t pack items from multiple rooms in one box.
  • Packing one room at a time will make the process less stressful.
  • Heavy items should go in the smallest possible boxes to avoid overloading.

Let Others Know Where You’re Going

Arrange address changes, mail forwarding and ending services like refuse pickup and landscaping. Also, inform utility companies of your move and transfer service to your new home.

Be Kind to Pets

Pets can be distracting on moving day and become stressed with so much activity. Consider lodging your pet with a sitter for the duration.

Cleaning

Be prepared to clean the current home once it’s empty on a moving day. If you’re a renter, the return of your damage deposit may depend on cleaning job quality. Consider hiring someone to handle cleaning so you can concentrate on unpacking at the new residence.

Moving Day

Here are some ideas to make the big day go as smoothly as possible.

Essentials Packing

Pack all the daily items such as a few days of food, kitchen and bathroom basics, clothing, toiletries and medications. Mark these boxes as among the first to be opened. Also, pack an easily accessible box with moving day essentials like tools, paper towels, bottled water, toilet paper, hand soap, cleaning supplies, scissors, box cutters and a first-aid kit.

Cash Is King

Having cash on hand can help with unanticipated problems. For example, it could facilitate a quick run to the store or paying the pizza delivery person. Also, if you’re using professional movers, you may need cash for a tip which can run from 10-20%.

Protect Floors and Walls

Moving can easily damage a home’s interior. Protect the floor and walls to reduce damage and minimize post-move cleaning.

Make a Final Inspection

After everything has been loaded, a final walk-through helps ensure nothing is left behind. Look in storage areas like cabinets and closets for anything forgotten in the packing process.

Unloading

Before the unloading commences, walk through the new home with the movers. This will ensure they know where to put things. This is an excellent time to note any repairs that may be needed before furniture and boxes fill up the space. Also, if there’s time before unloading, vacuum and do any other necessary cleaning. Finally, set up protection for the floors and walls.

Take Charge

Movers need constant guidance during unloading, so be available to answer questions to keep the process flowing smoothly.

First Furniture

Set up your bed before any other furniture is reassembled. You’ll appreciate it at the end of a tiring day. Next, move the kitchen table and chairs to allow for a resting place during the busy move-in activity.

Celebrate

Yourwell-laid plans have paid off, and you can rest now that everything has been unloaded, essentials unpacked, and basic furniture assembled. It’s time to take a break and celebrate a successful day of moving into your new home.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

Have you moved in the past year? Which part of the moving process was the most difficult? What tips did you find handy? Did you use a moving company?

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3 Steps to Offload the Mental Baggage You Are Carrying Around After Six Decades of Living

3 Steps to Offload the Baggage You Are Carrying Around After Six Decades of Living

Mental baggage comes in all shapes and sizes – it can be in relation to excess weight, low self-esteem, dysfunctional relationships, depression, anxiety – the options are endless. We all think we should have life sorted by the time we get to 60, but in reality, this is seldom the case.

Life
happens – and keeps on happening relentlessly! We finally emerge at 60 or 70,
sometimes a bit battered and bruised and wondering where all the years went but
with a somewhat uneasy sense that all is possibly not well with our world.

Women are
particularly guilty of spending the majority of their time making sure that
everyone else’s needs are met before they collapse in a weary heap without
giving any thought to their own unmet needs, vanishing aspirations or
resolutions of past trauma.

The Mind Holds It All

It is well-established
knowledge that the majority of our beliefs are embedded in our subconscious in
early childhood. When these beliefs are shaped by adverse childhood events –
perceived or real (the mind can’t tell the difference) – the outcomes can be devastating.

Our
thoughts shape our beliefs and then our beliefs shape us. Adverse childhood
events range from the apparently minor incidents of sibling rivalry to divorce
and imagined or real neglect to domestic violence, physical or sexual abuse and
even conflict in the environment outside the home.

Research shows
that adverse
events can predispose us to contract serious illnesses

in later life and even lead to an early death. There is a distinct correlation.

Time to Take a Long, Hard Look

So now
that you have the time to take stock, make sure that you don’t ignore your
baggage any longer. It really doesn’t make any sense to keep hauling it around
so that it can blight your later years as well.

Assess your
load – now is not the time for pretending everything is perfect, unless it
truly is –
and decide to do something about it.

Find the Cause – Your Subconscious Knows What It Is

Sometimes
we are aware of the possible causes of the issues in our lives, but some
memories may be buried by our subconscious because they are interpreted as too
painful or damaging.

Together
with my clients, I am constantly surprised, when taking them back to review
adverse events, that the root cause of an issue can be completely different to
what they thought it was.

Excess
weight is a perfect example – it’s seldom to do with food. However, once you
understand the actual origin of an issue, you can get rid of it forever. This
is a crucial step and sometimes hypnotherapy
may be a good approach.

Learn to Love Yourself

Finally,
you need to consider how you treat yourself. Make a conscious effort to become
your own best friend. Instead of belittling and abusing yourself as we tend to
do, make a determined effort to deal with yourself kindly and compassionately.

Your mind
acts according to your instructions so make sure you send the right messages.

Fortunately,
neuroplasticity
(the creation of new neural pathways in the brain) is possible even at our age
and beyond, so you can rewire your mind to revert to its original programming
where you were strong and confident – and completely enough.

Further read, HOW TO JOURNAL A NEW LOVE STORY FOR YOURSELF AFTER 60.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

What
does your mental baggage consist of? Do you have a good opinion of yourself, or
do you think critically of yourself? What ways have you tried to get rid of
your baggage? Have they worked? Please share your thoughts below.

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