Coaching Aging Adults

Coaching Aging Adults Adjusting to Aging and Retirement. Helping older adults prepare for the future! Retirement and Life Coach

01/30/2026

Something I tell my clients often:

Wanting companionship later in life doesn’t mean you’re lonely—it means you’re wired for connection. Life does not get easier as you age, but having someone special to navigate difficulties does make a difference. It is important that you consider your values and make sure you are on the same page.

You can be independent and want someone to share a meal with. You can love your quiet routine and miss having a person who really knows you. Those things don’t cancel each other out.

Healthy relationships at this stage aren’t about fixing each other or filling a void. They’re about mutual care, good conversation, and choosing connection—again and again.

Also, a sense of humor helps. If you can laugh together, that’s already a green flag. 😊

01/28/2026

One of the biggest myths I hear from people over 60 is:

“I should have this figured out by now.”

Here’s the truth—there is no age where love, connection, or companionship becomes irrelevant. What does change is how honest we are about what we want. Less pretending. Fewer games. More “this matters to me” conversations.

Dating later in life isn’t about recreating your 20s. It’s about showing up as you are now—with history, boundaries, and a deeper sense of self. That kind of connection can be incredibly grounding.

And no, you’re not “behind.” You’re just human. Sometimes good things take practice!

Finding love after 60 isn’t about “starting over.” It’s about starting differently.In my work as a psychologist speciali...
01/27/2026

Finding love after 60 isn’t about “starting over.” It’s about starting differently.
In my work as a psychologist specializing in older adults, I hear a lot of quiet questions about love, companionship, and whether that part of life has passed. It hasn’t. What has changed is how we approach connection—with more self-awareness, clearer boundaries, and (often) a much lower tolerance for nonsense.

I just published a new article, “Finding Love After 60: Embracing Romance and Companionship at Any Age,” where I talk honestly about dating later in life—the emotional realities, the myths that get in the way, and the practical ways to build meaningful connection without forcing yourself into a version of dating that doesn’t fit. There’s light humor, real psychology, and actionable steps you can actually use.

If you work with older adults, are navigating this season yourself, or support clients who are, I hope this piece feels validating and grounded.

👉 You can read the full article here: https://www.coachingagingadults.com/finding-love-after-60-embracing-romance-and-companionship-at-any-age/

01/23/2026

Change in later life can feel unsettling—but it’s also an opportunity.

Every role or routine we release creates a space to:

Rediscover passions that were set aside

Prioritize what energizes and fulfills us

Step into new experiences with intention

Transitions don’t erase identity—they reveal it.

They invite you to explore who you are beyond titles and obligations and to step into your next chapter with grace.

01/21/2026

Letting go can feel scary—but it doesn’t have to mean losing who you are.

In later life, many of us hold tightly to roles, routines, and responsibilities that once defined us. But what if letting go could actually free space for what truly matters?

Graceful transitions are about:

Honoring the past while embracing what’s next

Releasing obligations that no longer serve you

Holding on to your values and passions

Letting go isn’t giving up—it’s making room for clarity, purpose, and joy in this stage of life.

Letting go isn’t easy—especially when the roles, routines, and responsibilities you’ve carried for decades feel like par...
01/20/2026

Letting go isn’t easy—especially when the roles, routines, and responsibilities you’ve carried for decades feel like part of who you are.

In later life, transitions are inevitable: retirement, changing health, evolving relationships, or shifts in daily routines. But letting go doesn’t mean losing yourself. In fact, it can be a path to clarity, self-worth, and renewed purpose.

In my latest article, “Letting Go Gracefully: How to Transition Without Losing Yourself,” I explore:

Why letting go is often so challenging

How to release roles without erasing your identity

Gentle, practical strategies for navigating change with confidence

Ways to honor the past while stepping fully into your next chapter

This stage of life is not about abandoning who you are. It’s about refining, prioritizing, and stepping into what matters most.

If you’re navigating change and looking for a calm, thoughtful approach, this article is meant to offer guidance and reassurance.

Because letting go gracefully is not a loss—it’s a doorway to your next chapter.

Read it here: https://www.coachingagingadults.com/letting-go-gracefully-how-to-transition-without-losing-yourself/

01/19/2026

Purpose after 60 is often misunderstood.
It doesn’t have to look like staying busy.
It doesn’t have to look like proving relevance.
And it certainly doesn’t have to look like doing more.

In later life, purpose often becomes quieter and deeper:
– Choosing what aligns with your values
– Letting go of roles that no longer fit
– Spending time in ways that feel honest and sustaining

This stage of life invites a different question—not What should I be doing? but What feels meaningful now?

And that question is worth sitting with.

01/17/2026

Many older adults tell me they don’t feel passionate anymore—and then pause, almost apologetically.

Here’s the truth: passion doesn’t disappear with age.

It often gets set aside during decades of responsibility.

Careers, caregiving, survival, and expectations leave little room for curiosity or joy that isn’t “useful.” Later life changes that. It creates space—not for reinvention, but for reconnection.

If you’re feeling a gentle pull toward something meaningful but can’t quite name it yet, that’s not emptiness. That’s awareness returning.
You don’t need to know the answer today. You just need to listen.

Many people reach later life with more time than ever before—and a quiet question they didn’t expect:Where did the parts...
01/16/2026

Many people reach later life with more time than ever before—and a quiet question they didn’t expect:

Where did the parts of me I loved go?
In my work as a psychologist with older adults, I see this often. Passions don’t disappear with age—they’re often set aside during years of responsibility, caregiving, and doing what needs to be done.
The Third Act of life offers something different: space to reconnect.
In “Rediscover Hidden Passions: Finding Joy in Your Third Act,” I explore:
Why passions often go quiet earlier in life—and why they return later

What purpose looks like when it’s no longer tied to productivity

How to rediscover joy without pressure to reinvent yourself

Gentle, psychologically grounded ways to reconnect with what feels meaningful now

This stage of life isn’t about starting over. It’s about remembering, integrating, and allowing yourself to want what you want again.

If you—or the people you work with—are feeling a pull toward something more fulfilling but can’t quite name it, this piece is meant to feel reassuring and clarifying.

Because passion doesn’t have an expiration date.
And joy is still very much available.

https://www.coachingagingadults.com/rediscover-hidden-passions-finding-joy-in-your-third-act/

12/20/2025

A little check-in for today: think of one older adult in your life who may be spending the holidays solo. Reach out. A simple “thinking of you” text or a five-minute call can mean more than you realize.

Loneliness shrinks when someone feels remembered. Connection can be the most meaningful gift of the season.

12/19/2025

Spending the holidays alone doesn’t mean the season has to feel empty. Older adults can still create warmth and connection through small traditions—favorite meals, music that brings back memories, a phone call with a friend, or volunteering time to someone who could use kindness. Joy doesn’t disappear just because the room is quiet. Sometimes the quiet is where the healing begins. 💛

Not everyone spends the holidays surrounded by family, and for aging adults, this season can feel especially quiet and e...
12/18/2025

Not everyone spends the holidays surrounded by family, and for aging adults, this season can feel especially quiet and emotionally heavy. This week, I’m sharing an article focused on a topic we don’t talk about nearly enough: how to find joy, peace, and genuine connection when you’re spending the holidays alone.

The piece explores the emotional realities of solo holidays while offering practical ideas for creating comfort, meaning, and even moments of celebration—no matter what your plans look like.

You can read it here: https://www.coachingagingadults.com/finding-joy-peace-when-youre-spending-the-holidays-alone/

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