Forward After Fifty

This episode explores why decluttering can be a gift to the people you leave behind, not just a task for the present. Drawing on my own experience of clearing my mother's belongings after her death, I introduce the idea of Swedish death cleaning and reframe it as a practical, compassionate part of ageing positively.

In this episode:

• I explain how discovering Swedish death cleaning arrived at the right moment during a personal loss.
• I talk about a simple mindset shift, inspired by Ann Patchett, to help you get your own decluttering started: imagine you're moving house, instead of confronting death directly.
• I mention the "someday" pile, and the reminder that "someday" needs a deadline later in life.
• I discuss that decluttering isn't about throwing everything away, but about deciding thoughtfully what's worth keeping — and how to begin with a small, manageable starting point: one cupboard, one step, one act of kindness.

Find out how to live your best life after fifty by reading my book ⁠"Forward After 50: The Rising Reinventors"⁠.

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Mindset can be your most powerful tool for ageing positively and maintaining a healthy weight.

In this episode, I talk about redefining the conversation about ageing and weight: I'm sharing my personal journey and insights on trying to lose weight and how, finally, once I shifted my thinking, it worked.

If you want longevity, aiming for a high number must come with high health maintenance.

Discover why shifting your questions and focus from appearance to health can transform your attitude to weight.

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I'm back after a winter break with more about embracing age positivity and challenging age stereotyping.

Having just turned seventy, I'm even more convinced that age is a mindset, not a limit; that language shapes our perception of ageing; and that it's never too late to start something new.

Find out how to live your best life after fifty by reading my book "Forward After 50: The Rising Reinventors".

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I run a Rising Reinventor programme for women navigating various life and work stages.

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In this episode of Forward After 50, I discuss the importance of positivity in ageing and share ten empowering facts about it. Ageing is a privilege, and I encourage you, listeners, to embrace your experiences, set boundaries, and make empowered decisions. This episode highlights the freedom that comes with age and the importance of letting go of negativity surrounding ageing to progress beyond fifty.

Find out how to live your best life after fifty by reading my book "Forward After 50: The Rising Reinventors".

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I run a Rising Reinventor programme for women navigating various life and work stages.

Ready to rewrite your next chapter? Join the waiting list here for the next Rising Reinventor programme and be first in line when the doors open.

In this episode, I’m talking about the challenge of saying no after a lifetime of saying yes, and why setting boundaries is both problematic and liberating. I share what boundaries really mean, why they matter for healthier relationships and authentic living, and some simple ways to start practising them in everyday life.

Explore this topic of Boundaries and how to live your best life after fifty further by reading my book "Forward After 50: The Rising Reinventors".

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I run a Rising Reinventor programme, which is for women navigating various life and work stages.

Ready to rewrite your next chapter? Join the waiting list here for the next Rising Reinventor programme and be first in line when the doors open.

In this podcast episode, the host, Rebecca Ronane highlights that identifying her core values was crucial to her successful career change after 50. She emphasises that understanding her values gave her the "freedom and confidence to make decisions that would allow me to live my authentic life." By discovering her core values, she stopped living by others' expectations and started making choices aligned with her truth. The key strategy she suggests is to identify your top 5 personal values, use them as a strategic decision-making tool, and let them guide your professional and personal transitions forward after the age of fifty.

Explore this topic of core values and how to live your best life after fifty further by reading the speaker's book "Forward After 50: The Rising Reinventors".

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I run a Rising Reinventor programme, which is for women navigating various life and work stages.

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What is a Rising Reinventor? I started using this term when I wrote my book in 2022. I see it as a movement of women over 50 who seek to redefine ageing positively.

A rising reinvention is a new perspective on ageing and oneself, viewed with pride and excitement. Generate and regenerate, not degenerate. Instead of fearing ageing, we can reframe our mindset, as it’s time to become and reinvent ourselves if we want to.

In this episode, I explain some strategies for personal reinvention, including self-discovery and the importance of saying no to things that no longer serve you.

I run a Rising Reinventor programme, which is for women navigating various life and work stages.

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Welcome to my second podcast season of Forward After Fifty.

In this episode of Forward After 50, 'How Can We Deal With Ageism?' I'm discussing the importance of redefining ageing positively and confronting ageism.

Ageism is a prevalent issue worldwide, with negative stereotyping about ageing deeply ingrained in society.

The power of language can shape perceptions about ageing. By shifting the narrative around ageing, we can empower ourselves and others to embrace this stage of life with confidence and joy.

Are you a woman over 50, uncertain about what's next?

Do you question your identity or feel stuck in roles that no longer serve you? You're not alone. Many women over 50 have a desire for change. Have a look at The Rising Reinventors Programme

Rebecca Ronane is an advocate for positive ageing, an author, a Life Coach, and a Podcaster.

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Episode Fifty of the Forward After Fifty podcast is about embracing adventure and stepping out of your comfort zone.

My guest, Geraldine McFaul, is a freelance risk management consultant and shares her inspiring journey of walking from her home in Glasgow to Rome.

She embarked on this adventure after her mother was diagnosed with vascular dementia, and she wanted to raise funds for Dementia UK and Mary's Meals in memory of her parents. Geraldine had minimal planning and relied on her intuition and the kindness of strangers along the way, the 'kindnappers as Geraldine named them'.

She faced challenges, such as the heat wave and the daunting task of crossing the Alps, but she persevered and completed the journey in six months. The experience taught her the importance of setting her own pace, embracing flexibility, and trusting in herself.

Geraldine plans to continue sharing her story through talks and writing a book. You can follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ged_home2rome/

Sara Barnes, author of The Cold Fix and The Winter of Our Lives, is my guest in this Forward After Fifty Podcast.  We discuss the benefits of cold water swimming for women over 50, including how it reduces physical pain and emotional distress. 

Sara shares her journey of using cold water therapy to overcome challenges after having had major leg surgery to alleviate symptoms of osteoarthritis. She also discusses the extra benefits of finding a sense of community with other cold water swimmers worldwide, including overcoming the dread of turning sixty by swimming with sixty different people in sixty places and the friendships and stories that were created.

We discuss the importance of embracing one's physical self and taking action to live life to the fullest after the age of 50. It's about embracing age and its potential, as well as the personal growth and empowerment that comes with it. Don't let fear hold you back from living your best life.

If you'd like to connect with Sara, follow her on Instagram and learn more about cold water swimming. Read The Cold Fix and The Winter of Our Lives