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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...
Katrina Ray Tandoc
Dec 2, 20243 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...
jodypotts
Nov 20, 20242 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...
jodypotts
Nov 20, 20243 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...
jodypotts
Nov 20, 20243 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...
jodypotts
Nov 14, 20242 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...
jodypotts
Nov 4, 20244 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...
jodypotts
Oct 22, 20242 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...
jodypotts
Oct 22, 20243 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 10, 20242 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...
jodypotts
Oct 10, 20241 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...
jodypotts
Sep 24, 20242 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...
jodypotts
Sep 24, 20242 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 24, 20242 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...
jodypotts
Sep 24, 20242 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...
jodypotts
Sep 24, 20242 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...
jodypotts
Sep 5, 20242 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,...
jodypotts
Sep 5, 20242 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...
jodypotts
Sep 5, 20242 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...
jodypotts
Sep 5, 20242 min read


The Mental Health Impact of Homelessness on Women: Understanding and Addressing an Invisible Crisis
" Silver Sirens acknowledges the growing number of women over 50 at risk of homelessness and seeks to align with individuals and...
jodypotts
Sep 5, 20242 min read
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