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Menopause in the Workplace: Supporting Employees and Creating a Positive Work Environment
"Menopause is not a women's issue; it's a workplace issue. By addressing it proactively, organisations can unlock the full potential of...
jodypotts
Oct 22, 20242 min read


Navigating the Storm: Understanding Menopause's Impact on Relationships
Meet my dear friend, Sara; our first UK recruit to our Global Silver Sirens community. We had an informative conversation about menopause...
jodypotts
Oct 22, 20243 min read


Menopause in the Spotlight (where it should be)
With the approach of World Menopause Day, it’s worth noting that recent research has shown that many women have limited knowledge and...
jodypotts
Oct 10, 20242 min read


'M' is for Menopause
My best friend and I have just returned from an incredible two-week adventure in Africa. We visited Lagos, Nigeria, where I was born. We...
jodypotts
Oct 10, 20241 min read


Emotional Decluttering: Unlock a Lighter, Happier You
Through a combination of therapeutic interventions, self-help groups, mindfulness, and meditation practices, I have experienced a...
jodypotts
Sep 24, 20242 min read


Decluttering: How baby steps can be transformative
Decluttering. A word that can strike panic into the heart of a “just-in-caser”, as in, just in case this might be useful. Just in case...
jodypotts
Sep 24, 20242 min read


Digital Decluttering for a Simpler Life: Tips and Tricks to Streamline Your Online World
"Decluttering our digital spaces liberates us from the invisible weight of chaos, nurturing clarity and focus for a harmonious and...
jodypotts
Sep 24, 20242 min read


A Fondue Farewell
Let’s face it—by the time we reach midlife, most of us have accumulated enough “stuff” to rival a small department store. There are...
jodypotts
Sep 24, 20242 min read


Embracing the New Season -Decluttering for a Simpler Life
I've always been drawn to the beauty of clean lines and minimalist, uncluttered spaces. When I closed my business and decided to pursue a...
jodypotts
Sep 24, 20242 min read


Age-friendly communities: A blueprint for the future
What is an age-friendly community? In its broadest definition, such as that provided by COTA Queensland, these are “where people of all...
jodypotts
Sep 5, 20242 min read


Sharing with friends- purpose built housing for women facing homelessness
'One of the groups most vulnerable to poverty and homelessness is older women. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics,...
jodypotts
Sep 5, 20242 min read


Designing Inclusive Communities for Ageing Women
As the global population ages, there is a growing need to create inclusive communities that support the well-being and social...
jodypotts
Sep 5, 20242 min read


How home sellers could help the homeless
With this month's focus on the concerning plight of homelessness faced by an increasing number of women, I took closer notice of an...
jodypotts
Sep 5, 20242 min read


The Mental Health Impact of Homelessness on Women: Understanding and Addressing an Invisible Crisis
" Silver Sirens acknowledges the growing number of women over 50 at risk of homelessness and seeks to align with individuals and...
jodypotts
Sep 5, 20242 min read


Housing Insecurity and Ageing Women: Unveiling the Hidden Challenges
" Silver Sirens acknowledges the growing number of women over 50 at risk of homelessness and seeks to align with individuals and...
jodypotts
Sep 5, 20243 min read


Isn't it time we wore our ageing bodies with pride?
Anne Ring - Pro-Ageing Advocate And Writer [This article was originally published in 'Grey Matters' on March 22, 2019, when I was 76. Now...
jodypotts
Jul 28, 20244 min read


Longevity: Tend & Befriend, Women's Secret Weapon to a Longer Life
"The tend and befriend theory emphasises the evolutionary and psychological significance of fostering strong social networks and caring...
jodypotts
Jul 28, 20242 min read


jodypotts
Jul 28, 20240 min read


Longevity: Advances in Medicine & Technolgy
"Preventive medicine, personalised treatments, and emerging technologies continue to push the boundaries of life expectancy, allowing us...
jodypotts
Jul 28, 20243 min read


The Quality Versus Quantity Conundrum: Reflections on Longevity
"The key to longevity is to keep moving. Exercise, eat healthy, and don’t stop having fun. I’ve never let age stand in my way." Tao...
jodypotts
Jul 28, 20243 min read
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