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    How to Accept Being a Caregiver

    Dorothy Sander

    I would venture a guess that there are very few people who love being a caregiver to a husband or family member. Most caregivers find themselves in this role by default. A loved…

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    WHY RELAPSES OCCUR AND HOW TO STOP THEM

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    Dealing with relapses when you’re trying to break negative patterns in your life, is often a source of frustration and anxiety. Nobody wants to fall back into an addictive behavior when they’ve worked…

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    POST-COVID TRAVEL – Bumps and Blessings

    Dorothy Sander

    Post-Covid travel was not something I was sure we would be doing. But, Scott and I ventured away from our Covid-Castle last week, for the first time in over a year. It was…

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    ONE SMALL DECISION AT A TIME

    Dorothy Sander

    When you find yourself stuck in indecision and not enjoying your life, one small decision can change everything. It did for me, and I believe it can for you. As a young person,…

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    How To Accept Help As You Age

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    There’s a problem with aging – everyone wants to live longer, but nobody wants to be old. If you could remain young forever, you might feel that you have hit the jackpot. The…

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    Why You Should Consider Returning to Education in Later Life

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    Many people are returning to education in later life. When we were young, compulsory education mandated that we attend school. We went because we had to. A few loved it and kept at…

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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.
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    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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