While the modern 50-something is undeniably vibrant, to ignore the unique pressures of this decade would be disingenuous. This is the era of the "Sandwich Generation"—simultaneously caring for aging parents while still supporting adult (or teenage) children.
If you’re going to survive—no, thrive —in this decade, you have to unlearn three things immediately: 50 something mag
We are not waiting for the kids to leave. We are not waiting for retirement. We are not waiting to lose ten pounds. News flash: the ten pounds are throwing a party and they’ve invited their friends. The only thing waiting does is turn you into a spectator at your own life. Get off the bench. The game is almost over, but the fourth quarter is where the real chaos happens. While the modern 50-something is undeniably vibrant, to