My name is Cynthia, and I’m a word junkie. Word collecting is my obsession. When I see a word I love, my heart goes aflutter. I don’t know why I have this predilection, but I have had a voracious appetite for words for as long as I can ponder. Scrumptious, …
Cynthia Saltman
You’ve taken the very first step. You’ve imagined your wildest dreams and narrowed down what gives your life meaning and what you’d like to accomplish in your second half. Maybe you’ve even set some goals and have an action plan roughed out. But… You can’t seem to get going. It’s …
You’ve been breathing since birth, so you’d think you’d be a pro by now. Probably not. You’re probably making key breathing mistakes. You’ve probably been making some or all of these breathing mistakes since you left your diapers behind. It’s darn impressive how much we can mess up something so basic. …
Crack those cement boots, shake off the cobwebs, and send apathy packing, you’re going to get unstuck. Now! Can’t muster the motivation to do one darn thing? You’re not alone because it’s all part of being human. And it can be hopelessly paralyzing. I feel you. Imagine going gangbusters and …
You can feel pretty confident whenever you seek advice and information about living younger longer, you’ll learn exercise is the key. Movement changes the shape and function of our bodies, elevates our moods, primes all our systems to work better, makes our cells happy, and increases our brain function. That …
I used to cringe when I heard the phrase live your dream life. I was supposed to grow up, do what I love, and life would be perfect. Several reasons this didn’t work for me: I couldn’t figure out what my dream was. So many passions and wishes swirled in my mind, it …
Finding your purpose is a deep dive into your most true self. And while that rings of woo-woo magic, it’s simply a process and part of life’s journey. Finding your purpose is identifying the one-of-a-kind spark you bring to the world. It’s that straightforward. And that complex. As second-halfers, we …
Movement to get creativity flowing may not be the cliché you think of when you hear the phrase “creative genius.” More often, it’s the drinking, smoking, a bit mad maybe, image associated with The Artist. Thankfully, that’s becoming more and more unpoetic. The great thinkers who’ve had a more healthy, …
Have you ever heard someone refer to their North Star? I absolutely adore this concept. It’s got a romantic, seafaring, mystical feel to it. Your personal values are your North Star. So, if you’ve ever wondered, “What are my values and why I should care,” this post is for you. …
Want to know the ugly truth about negativity? It’ll wreak havoc on your longevity and well-being. Let’s take a dive into how negativity affects your health. Liar, Liar, Mind On Fire! Most people who wallow in negative thinking proclaim loud and proud that they are realists. Waiting for the next shoe …

