Silver Sirens Blog

Navigating the Holidays: Finding Joy Amidst Loss, Change, Growth, and Relationship Challenges

5 days ago3 min read

Navigating the Holidays: Finding Joy Amidst Loss, Change, Growth, and Relationship Challenges

"This time of year often brings a mix of emotions, and many of my clients seek guidance in navigating the complexities of family...

The Cyclical Dance of Life: Reflections on Endings and Beginnings

Katrina Ray Tandoc

Dec 23 min read

The Cyclical Dance of Life: Reflections on Endings and Beginnings

" Endings are not always bad. Most times, they're just beginnings in disguise." Kim Harrison As I grow older, I find myself increasingly...

My long road to healthy weight management

jodypotts

Nov 202 min read

My long road to healthy weight management

As a typical female in our society, for much of my life – since my mid-teens – I was very focused on being slim. Briefly, this meant...

Exercise For Weight Management for Women Over 50

jodypotts

Nov 203 min read

Exercise For Weight Management for Women Over 50

"Exercise is not just for the young; it's for anyone who wants to live a vibrant, healthy life at any age. It's never too late to start...

Eating for your age - How your nutritional needs change as you age

jodypotts

Nov 203 min read

Eating for your age - How your nutritional needs change as you age

As we approach midlife, we'll experience a myriad of physical and emotional changes. One significant aspect that can be particularly...

Embracing Menopause: A Global perspective on Celebrating Womanhood's Natural Transition

jodypotts

Nov 142 min read

Embracing Menopause: A Global perspective on Celebrating Womanhood's Natural Transition

As we conclude World Menopause Month, it's disheartening to realise that this universal female experience remains shrouded in secrecy and...

Unveiling the Intersectionality of Menopause: Understanding Diverse Experiences

jodypotts

Nov 44 min read

Unveiling the Intersectionality of Menopause: Understanding Diverse Experiences

"Black women are experiencing menopause at earlier ages, with more severe symptoms, and with less access to resources and support. It's...

Menopause in the Workplace: Supporting Employees and Creating a Positive Work Environment

jodypotts

Oct 222 min read

Menopause in the Workplace: Supporting Employees and Creating a Positive Work Environment

"Menopause is not a women's issue; it's a workplace issue. By addressing it proactively, organisations can unlock the full potential of...

Navigating the Storm: Understanding Menopause's Impact on Relationships

jodypotts

Oct 223 min read

Navigating the Storm: Understanding Menopause's Impact on Relationships

Meet my dear friend, Sara; our first UK recruit to our Global Silver Sirens community. We had an informative conversation about menopause...

Menopause in the Spotlight (where it should be)

jodypotts

Oct 102 min read

Menopause in the Spotlight (where it should be)

With the approach of World Menopause Day, it’s worth noting that recent research has shown that many women have limited knowledge and...

jodypotts

Oct 101 min read

'M' is for Menopause

My best friend and I have just returned from an incredible two-week adventure in Africa. We visited Lagos, Nigeria, where I was born. We...

Emotional Decluttering: Unlock a Lighter, Happier You

jodypotts

Sep 242 min read

Emotional Decluttering: Unlock a Lighter, Happier You

Through a combination of therapeutic interventions, self-help groups, mindfulness, and meditation practices, I have experienced a...

Decluttering: How baby steps can be transformative

jodypotts

Sep 242 min read

Decluttering: How baby steps can be transformative

Decluttering. A word that can strike panic into the heart of a “just-in-caser”, as in, just in case this might be useful. Just in case...

Digital Decluttering for a Simpler Life: Tips and Tricks to Streamline Your Online World

jodypotts

Sep 242 min read

Digital Decluttering for a Simpler Life: Tips and Tricks to Streamline Your Online World

"Decluttering our digital spaces liberates us from the invisible weight of chaos, nurturing clarity and focus for a harmonious and...

jodypotts

Sep 242 min read

A Fondue Farewell

Let’s face it—by the time we reach midlife, most of us have accumulated enough “stuff” to rival a small department store. There are...

Embracing the New Season -Decluttering for a Simpler Life

jodypotts

Sep 242 min read

Embracing the New Season -Decluttering for a Simpler Life

I've always been drawn to the beauty of clean lines and minimalist, uncluttered spaces. When I closed my business and decided to pursue a...

Age-friendly communities: A blueprint for the future

jodypotts

Sep 52 min read

Age-friendly communities: A blueprint for the future

What is an age-friendly community? In its broadest definition, such as that provided by COTA Queensland, these are “where people of all...

Sharing with friends- purpose built housing for women facing homelessness

jodypotts

Sep 52 min read

Sharing with friends- purpose built housing for women facing homelessness

'One of the groups most vulnerable to poverty and homelessness is older women. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics,...

Designing Inclusive Communities for Ageing Women

jodypotts

Sep 52 min read

Designing Inclusive Communities for Ageing Women

As the global population ages, there is a growing need to create inclusive communities that support the well-being and social...

How home sellers could help the homeless

jodypotts

Sep 52 min read

How home sellers could help the homeless

With this month's focus on the concerning plight of homelessness faced by an increasing number of women, I took closer notice of an...