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Self Care

Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s necessary! Whether it’s a five-minute breather, a beauty ritual, or setting boundaries, we’ve got the inspiration and tools to help you put yourself first.



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Self Care
I’m Trying Dating Apps in My 40s. Wish Me Luck.
One of them matched me with a man posing in the bathroom wearing undershorts. He’s a security guard at my job.
By Cija Jefferson
, August 29, 2019
3 Min Read
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Self Care
My Clutter, Myself
Can a pack rat get to the root of her habit, toss her stuff and take charge of her life?
By Gerrie Summers
, August 9, 2019
5 Min Read
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Self Care
Enjoy a Sizzling Summer Romance
Don’t leave for the beach (or the backyard) without one of these six sexy reads.
By Lynette Holloway
, July 19, 2019
3 Min Read
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Black Girls Rock, Run — and Surf
When I defied my fears to try a new sport, I learned that I’m not aging. I’m becoming.
By Sil Lai Abrams
, July 12, 2019
4 Min Read
Getting Older, aging, sisters, aarp, women
Self Care
10 Reasons Why Getting Older Rocks
With every birthday, you’re becoming a better version of yourself.
By Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon
, July 3, 2019
4 Min Read
Rites Of Passage, me, personal story, aarp, sisters, illustration
Self Care
Rites of Passage at 40-Plus
Confidence and freedom? Love it! Chin hairs and being called ‘ma’am?’ Not so much.
By Tamara Devers
, June 21, 2019
3 Min Read
Introvert Guide, sisters, aarp, social life
Self Care
A Black Introvert’s Guide to a Healthy Social Life
Apply these professional tips to situations when you’re the “only” in a room.
By Dolisha Mitchell
, June 14, 2019
3 Min Read
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Self Care
At Every Age And Stage, You Are Enough, Sis
We’re socialized to believe that life unfolds in decade-by-decade milestones. With each birthday, let’s remember to enjoy the journey.
By Janelle Harris
, May 31, 2019
4 Min Read
Second Act, acting, sisters, aarp, mother
Self Care
My Second Act
My kids were grown and gone. Rekindling a former passion helped me embrace freedom and change.
By Leslie Hunter-Gadsden
, May 24, 2019
3 Min Read
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