Life After 50
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15 Gen Z Habits That Boomers Absolutely Hate
Certain Gen Z habits frequently annoy older generations to no end. Here are some typical young adult behaviors that many Boomers don’t understand.
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How Long You Were Expected to Live the Year You Were Born
After more than a century of medical breakthroughs and public health gains, the average American born today can expect to live nearly eight decades. However, that headline number has never been static; it climbed steadily through the postwar era, stalled…
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20 Things People Regret Doing (or Not Doing) When They Were Younger
Some regrets come with age, and some come with experience Best Advice from Seniors to Millennials . Here are a few that might ring a bell or, if you’re young enough, you might be able to avoid altogether. We followed a…
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25 Etiquette Rules No One Follows Anymore
The older we get, the more we realize the world has definitely changed. Sure, progress is welcome, but when basic niceties fall by the wayside, it’s hard not to get nostalgic for what’s fallen out of favor. We offer a…
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10 Things You Should Never Do First Thing in the Morning
We all have different mornings. Some meditate or dance to nice tunes while making breakfast, while others engage in a tug-of-war with a 3-year-old over wearing a winter jacket when it’s 95°F outside. Despite these differences, there’s a science behind…
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Why It’s So Hard to Sleep as You Get Older
Even if you’re not up all night still worrying about war, inflation, or politics, that doesn’t mean you’re sleeping. For many folks over the age of 50, there is no precious dream state because there is no decent night’s sleep. Insomnia is…
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9 Things That Boomers Just Do Better Than Other Generations
Baby Boomers often get a bad rap for well … ruining the world for future generations. But hey, let’s give credit where it’s due. While they might be blamed for…
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Common Retirement Regrets You’ll Want to Prevent
Time and careful planning are what you need to retire and live happily ever after, but many retirees wind up with regrets. We’ve talked to senior financial planning experts and…
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Big Financial Mistakes You Should Never Make After Losing a Spouse
The days and weeks after the loss of a spouse can be overwhelming, filled with grief, confusion, and uncertainty. It’s also a time when it’s easy to make mistakes that…
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How Seniors Can Boost Memory and Help Ward Off Dementia
About 1 in 10 adults in the U.S. over age 65 had dementia, and 22% experienced cognitive impairment, according to a 2022 published study. That staggering statistic means more than 55 million…
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Facts Boomers Learned in School That Are Dead Wrong
We all assume that school teaches us the truth … but as time passes, some truths are debunked. Here are a few things that Boomers were taught that they need…
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10 Things Boomers Should Consider Selling in Retirement
As more baby boomers enter retirement, many find themselves grappling with the challenges of being able to live comfortably without savings or additional financial support. In fact, up to 40% of older Americans…
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10 Things Boomers Used To Do To Save Money That Younger Generations Ignore
Times have indeed changed, and with the relentless march of inflation, it has become more and more difficult for millennials and subsequent generations to enjoy the financial stability that baby…
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7 Things Boomers Love That Probably Won’t Be Around for Much Longer
Change is a constant in this life. We’ve seen numerous traditions and trends take the world by storm, only to fade into the abyss as younger generations engage with the…
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110+ Senior Discounts for Dining, Travel, Health, and More
Aging doesn’t always have its perks, but this list of discounts might add some pizzazz to the fact of getting older and help cut costs for retirees. Starting at age…
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Mapping Mortality: This Is the Leading Cause of Premature Death in Every State
Heart disease has been the leading cause of death in the U.S. since 1921, but what about preventable, premature deaths? According to the CDC, between 20% to 40% of premature…
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The Biggest Exercise Mistakes You Can Make After Age 50
You might think you’re doing everything right to stay fit, but some “healthy” habits can be counterproductive. As you age, your body becomes more rigid and less flexible, and if…
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Is Marijuana Use Among Boomers on the Rise?
When we picture people dazed and confused, surrounded by suspiciously smelling clouds, we typically imagine a Millennial playing video games while licking Hot Cheeto residue off their fingers. In other…
