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    CALLING MY ENERGY HOME – Caregiver Burnout

    Dorothy Sander

    I woke up this morning with a stress hangover. Some might call it caregiver burnout, but for me, it feels even more layered than that. Do you know what I’m talking about? It’s…

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    FINDING TIME FOR CREATIVITY Women Over 50

    Dorothy Sander

    Balancing creativity with caregiving and life’s responsibilities isn’t easy, but small, intentional steps make it possible. As the youngest of five and a natural caregiver, supporting others has always been part of my…

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    FINDING YOUR HAPPY PLACE

    Dorothy Sander

    Happy place? I can already hear you rolling your eyes. Life is hard! How am I suppose to go about finding my happy place? Your just going to talk woo woo nonsense and…

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    Realities of Aging You May Not Be Prepared For

    Dorothy Sander

    Growing older can be an enriching journey, filled with experiences and wisdom gained along the way. Yet unexpected challenges often do appear. We will look at a few of the realities of aging…

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    BEES ~ What They Teach Us About Dying

    Dorothy Sander

    Have you ever seen a bee resting on a flower in the evening? They are sometimes old bees, tired or unwell after a hard day’s work. Old bees don’t return to their hive…

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    DISCOVER NEW THINGS AS YOU GET OLDER

    Dorothy Sander

    Our later years provide the perfect opportunity to discover new things in life. You’ve probably heard the phrase “age is just a number”. We’re all a little tired of hearing it, but it’s…

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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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  • Not Just Quotes
    Inspiration for the Ever-Evolving Woman — from Transition to Transformation.
  • Pathway to a Happier You
    Gentle reflections for navigating life transitions with courage and clarity.
  • Caring for Mom
    Midlife reflections for daughters walking the caregiving path.
  • Aging Abundantly: A Little Book of Hope
    A pocket-sized companion for anyone seeking grace and light on the journey.

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  • Jung’s 7 Tasks of Aging
    Insights from Carl Jung on the soul work of aging with depth and meaning.
  • 14 Top Movies Featuring Older Women
    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.
  • Listen to the Silence
    A gentle call to pause, listen deeply, and hear the wisdom waiting within.
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