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  • 3 Books for the Caregiver's Journey
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    3 Books for the Caregiving Journey

    Dorothy Sander

    Companions for those learning to care without losing themselves Caregiving stretches us in ways we never imagined — body, mind, and spirit. It asks everything of us, often without giving much back. And…

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    THESE ARE TUMULTUOUS TIMES, AND. . .

    Dorothy Sander

    “For me, one of the most difficult parts of pain—physical or emotional—is not knowing when it will end. The despair that causes, and the subsequent loss of hope, can often be as debilitating…

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    DEAR FRIENDS & KIND HEARTS

    Dorothy Sander

    Dear Friends and kind hearts,  Yesterday felt like a Good Friday to me. Steeped in the sacred and sacramental as a child, the rituals of the Episcopal Church provided comfort to me as…

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    DOES EXERCISE INTENSITY MATTER – PART 3 of Exercise & Depression

    Dorothy Sander

    When you’re new to exercise any kind of movement is a positive. But, you may be wondering if exercise intensity adds to its benefits. While research into exercise and depression is ongoing, some…

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  • Exercise to Defeat Depression
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    HOW TO ADD EXERCISE TO YOUR LIFE – Defeat Depression Part 2

    Dorothy Sander

    GET UP AND MOVE You may already be aware of the research that shows that when we add exercise to our life it lifts our mood. But knowledge does nothing unless we put…

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    BETRAYAL & The Power to Heal

    Dorothy Sander

    Betrayal is a tough pill to swallow. I doubt that there is a person alive who has not felt betrayed at some time or another. Merriam-Webster offers  several definitions of the word betray…

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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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