Nine of us flew into Nadi airport with paddles, inflatable canoes, one raft, tents and baggage. On a trip to Fiji to test the possibility of canoeing as a tourist attraction, we were a fairly motley crew: teachers, public servants, a solicitor and a journalist. […]
Read MoreShould You Always Avoid Alcohol When Taking Antibiotics?
No. But nasty interactions can occur with a small number of antibiotics. If you’re someone who enjoys alcohol, being on antibiotics can be a bit of a spoiler. After all, juice and water aren’t what first come to mind when you’re invited for Christmas drinks. […]
Read MoreHow To Sell Yourself
“I can’t sell” I hear you cry. “I can’t sell myself in an interview, I’d be too nervous, too self conscious…” OK – let me ask you this: Are you married or in a relationship? Do you have a job or ever held one? Do […]
Read MoreMove It Or Lose Your Retirement Dreams
Staying active into your 70s, 80s and even 90s, is not only possible but vital to optimising quality of life, a growing body of evidence shows. If you’re hanging out until your late 60s to fulfil your retirement dreams, here’s a sobering thought. Around 65 […]
Read MoreQ: Can You Die From A ‘Broken Heart’ When Someone You Love Dies?
A: Yes, your risk of heart attack increases when someone you love dies. We’ve all heard stories of elderly couples dying within weeks of each other. Family members often attribute the second death to that person’s intense grief at the loss of their loved one, […]
Read MoreThe Prostate And The PSA Test
Since PSA testing was introduced, prostate cancer survival figures have improved. But is this due to PSA testing or something else? For a small organ that doesn’t do much, the prostate sure generates a lot of controversy. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer […]
Read MoreReflections On My New Life
I’d thought I’d retire at 50, especially as we were beginning a new adventure and moving to the North West of Victoria. My husband of 2 years had been looking for a job in the rural sector. He had nearly finished his communications mature age […]
Read MoreDo Your Clients Have Equity In Purpose At Work?
An Interview with Dr. Johnson about the importance of having “ReCareer Identity” ReCareer: Dr. Johnson, the first factor in your new book ReCareer: Find Your Authentic Work is “ReCareer Identity”. What is ReCareer Identity? Dr. Johnson: Mature jobseekers , 50+, express very high needs to align the […]
Read MoreEconomy Savvy Camping And Caravanning
Head north for those cold winter months By Paul Smedley As the winter chills begin to blow across southern Australia, many weather wise southerners are busily preparing for a journey, an annual pilgrimage for some, to warmer climates where thick bulky clothing is replaced with […]
Read MoreEnjoy Your Age
I would never trade my amazing friends, my wonderful life, my loving family for less gray hair or a flatter belly. As I’ve aged, I’ve become kinder to myself, and less critical of myself.. I’ve become my own friend. I don’t chide myself for eating […]
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