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    The Flight to Wisdom

    Dorothy Sander

    “Keep me away from wisdom which does not cry, the philosophy which does not laugh and the greatness which does not bow before children.” ~ Kahlil Gibran I cut my teeth on Kahlil…

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    Surviving Divorce

    Dorothy Sander

    A PERSONAL STORY by Chris Moon-Willems As I sat on the edge of the bed grappling for my glasses, blood pouring from my nose, I realized the blow to my face signaled the end…

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    Zen and the Art of Aging

    Dorothy Sander

      I was talking to a friend the other day. Like most of us she has way more problems in her life than she’d like to have, frankly more than her share. But,…

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    Getting it Together after Fifty

    Dorothy Sander

    I think we pretty much all are in agreement by the time we reach fifty and sixty: Life is not a simple thing! In fact, in many ways, it just becomes more complex…

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    ARE YOU STILL PRETENDING TO BE A YOUNGER VERSION OF YOURSELF?

    Dorothy Sander

    Are you pretending to be a younger version of you? I know that’s a really loaded question! But, an important one. We live in a youth obsessed culture. We are enamored with being…

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    Dream Large with Pinterest

    Dorothy Sander

    A month or so ago, Pinterest was not anywhere near the top of my “to do” list. It wasn’t even on it! I was standing in defiance of the latest social media trend…

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I’m Dorothy Sander – Writer, midlife survivor and quiet guide for women navigating change

I believe midlife is not a crisis, but a sacred invitation. My writing explores what it means to live with depth, authenticity, and resilience — especially when the world insists we disappear. This is a space for soulful reflections, healing, and becoming.

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    Gentle reflections for navigating life transitions with courage and clarity.
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    Midlife reflections for daughters walking the caregiving path.
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    A pocket-sized companion for anyone seeking grace and light on the journey.

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    Insights from Carl Jung on the soul work of aging with depth and meaning.
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    Celebrating powerful, complex women on screen — stories we can see ourselves in.
  • There’s No Such Thing as a Perfect Marriage
    A real talk reflection on long relationships, imperfection, and grace.
  • Adrenal Fatigue, Burn Out, Compassion Fatigue
    Naming what wears us down — and how to begin restoring what’s been lost.
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    A gentle call to pause, listen deeply, and hear the wisdom waiting within.
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