How your marriage can survive retirement

How your marriage can survive retirement

While many couples looking forward to their retirement dates to arrive are anticipating a long, stress free holiday, there are some challenges that can get in the way of this ideal dream. My suggestion is to do some serious thinking and talking before the big day, or...

Men and young people are more likely to be ageist

We found the prevalence of ageism among younger people is most apparent when participants were asked about succession statements like whether older people should actively make way for the young. Joshua Healy, University of Melbourne and Ruth Williams, University of...
Bushwalking in high heels

Bushwalking in high heels

I recently spent 2 weeks holidaying in New Zealand. It’s a great country to travel in with spectacular scenery around every corner, friendly people, good food and wine and a language you can almost recognise. For the adventurous, most towns also offer about a dozen...
The secret to a healthier, longer life

The secret to a healthier, longer life

Good genes, good luck, good lifestyle – get all three right and you can look forward to a healthy life in your 60s & 70s and later. Let’s look at all three – Good genes: Not much you can do about that now. It’s probably too late to sue your parents. Good or bad...
Now a good news true story

Now a good news true story

An elderly friend of mine who I haven’t seen for a few years recently gave me an update on what he’s doing. He’s in his early 80s and is still fairly active. He’s also a very keen golfer and plays 3-4 times a week, although he’s now having to handle a couple of...

Retirement can be good for your health

I’ve been saying for years that retirement involves major changes and many people face lifestyle challenges that no one told them about. While the transition from full time work to some form of retirement can be difficult, there are also some great opportunities. One...