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    Caring Without Carrying

    Dorothy Sander

    Simple Ways to Be There Without Burning Out Some of us were taught to be so attentive that we end up carrying the weight of the room. We notice tone, tension, unspoken fears—and…

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    When Nature Is Out of Reach: Moving Gently Indoors

    Dorothy Sander

    Are you stuck inside? The heat index in our corner of North Carolina has hovered between 105 and 115 degrees for over a week. Before that, we were caught in an extended cycle…

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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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    How To Provide Support For Elderly Parents

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    The need to provide support for elderly parents falls to many adult children. If time permits, think about how you want to be involved in their care. How much time and energy are…

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    YOUR CHILD IS LEAVING HOME – Now What?

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    TIPS TO HELP YOU FEEL FULFILLED ONCE AGAIN If your child is leaving home for the first time, you are probably experiencing the thoughts and feelings associated with empty nest syndrome. It can…

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    AGE THE RIGHT WAY with these HELPFUL TIPS IN 2021

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    In truth, there is no one way to age the right way. Growing old is a part of life, and as such it  has its downside. For example, you may find yourself feeling…

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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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