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There’s a ton of advice on things you should be doing in order to be happy as an empty nester. But there’s not a lot of focus on things we shouldn’t be doing if we want to be happy and successful empty nesters. Here’s a list of 10 things that happy empty nesters don't do. Are you still doing any of these things?

10 Things Happy Empty Nesters Don’t Do

Wondering what to do now that the kids have left home and you have any empty nest? Well, here are some things you shouldn’t be doing because happy empty nesters DON’T do these things. Really!

This Test Will Accurately Measure Your Metabolism

It’s January and like so many people after the holidays, I’m looking to drop a few pounds. Between holiday indulgences and my postmenopause metabolism, I … Read more

The Benefits of Learning Your Strengths in Midlife

I’ve featured the wisdom of my friend and fellow blogger, Vikki Nicometo, here on Midlife Rambler before, and I always enjoy hearing what she has … Read more

We all think we need to focus on everyone else or else we're being selfish. But actually the least selfish thing you can do is focus on yourself.

This is Why Focusing on Your Needs isn’t Selfish

Here’s an unpopular opinion for you: I hated the book Eat, Pray, Love. I first read it in 2007, like every other woman my age … Read more

When I started Midlife Rambler I honestly believed there were no other lifestyle blogs that spoke to the needs of midlife women. I was wrong - so wrong! - but blogs for women our age do tend to fall under the radar. Here's a megalist of the blogs you'll want to start reading today.

All the Blogs for Older Women You Should be Reading Now

One of my most popular posts on Midlife Rambler is a quick list of five other Midlife Blogs that I really liked. As I wrote … Read more

Six Ways to Enjoy Spring Hygge for a Bright and Serene Home

You can still keep the hygge spirit of cozy comfort alive during the spring. Here are some ways to make your life hyggelig as the weather warms up and the days lengthen.

25 Cozy Ways to Embrace the Hygge Life

Ready to embrace the hygge life? This Danish concept of hygge keeps increasing in popularity and with good reason: it’s a great way to add a little comfortable conviviality and a quality of coziness to your daily life. Here are 25 great tips to bring a little hygge comfort to your home decor, your food and your life, plus some great products to buy to add some hygge joy to your life.

How to Love Your Body During Menopause

Our menopausal bodies are going through almost as many changes now as they did during puberty. Here’s how to love your body during menopause and … Read more