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03/10/2025

Have you always loved the vibrant illustrations and colorful energy of our magazine? 🎨✨
Ever dreamed of turning your headshot into a stunning illustrated feature and sharing your story with other like-minded women?
If you’re over 50, this is your exclusive chance to be featured on the cover of our weekly illustrated newsletter!
Every week, we’re celebrating confident, inspiring women of midlife with a 'Cover-Lady of the Week', complete with a custom illustration that captures your unique style and personality.
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02/10/2025

What happens when a hits the dance floor and becomes a DJ at 60? 🎧✨Meet the fearless , aka .

Tina spent years in corporate and policy roles before carving out a bold mission: to shape the science and culture of .

Now, through music and research, she’s proving that joy, , and human connection are as powerful as any medicine.

‘It started as an experiment,’ she says to CrunchyTales. ‘We wanted to show that longevity isn’t just about technology or policy—it’s about joy. Dancing is medicine. Reinvention is medicine.”

Her gigs has become a fixture, a space where generations mix freely.

“It’s about breaking down age barriers. On the dance floor, it doesn’t matter if you’re 25 or 75. What matters is the energy.”

👉 Don't miss this exclusive interview!!!
https://crunchytales.com/from-boardroom-to-dj-booth-the-next-chapter-of-tina-woods/

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01/10/2025

Have you ever blamed forgetfulness, overwhelm, or brain fog on , only to realize it might be something else? 💥

Clare, 49, from London, and Mary, 52, from Las Vegas, shared their experiences with CrunchyTales Magazine. Both noticed their usual routines slipping, emotions running high, and tasks piling up, all around midlife. For years, they assumed it was just menopause. 😬

But it turns out, it wasn’t only hormones. Both were living with undiagnosed , which often becomes more noticeable during perimenopause and menopause.

👉 Experts say that up to 94% of women report a worsening of ADHD symptoms during this time, as hormonal changes can amplify attention and executive function challenges.

The good news? Understanding the cause can be life-changing. With proper diagnosis and support, women like Clare and Mary can finally make sense of what’s been happening and regain control over their lives.

📍 CrunchyTales checked in with ADHD experts: Many women don’t realize menopause can reveal hidden ADHD.

Here’s what to know. 🧩💡
https://crunchytales.com/i-thought-menopause-was-to-blame-but-it-was-undiagnosed-adhd/

💭 What do you think: are we paying enough attention to ADHD in midlife women, or is it still overlooked?

Featuring: Curatesse, Able To Change Recovery, Inc. Epiphany Wellness KristinKoliha BluebirdPsychology

29/09/2025

Remember ? She left , grew her own wine label, became a mom at 47, and then came back to acting. 💯Not bad for someone ‘past her prime,’ right?
We can always find new passions, new callings, new chapters, whether at 40, 50, or 70. Life doesn’t run out of opportunities just because candles add up on a cake. 🏋
and midlife are both about comebacks. What are you prepared to do differently this week (or this month) to rewrite your story?
Be wise, 🔥
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25/09/2025

📩 Our newsletter’s new issue is out… are you in?
🍂 feels like a fresh start, and we’ve packed this edition with inspiration to make the most of it:
👗 Smart wardrobe tips from style expert Lauren Simmonds The Fearless Fashionista (no full switch required)
💼 Guidance for women returning to work at 50 and handling their teens’ disapproval
♍ How your zodiac sign evolves with you as you age
🌍 Why becoming a “granny Au Pair” could be your next adventure
➕ Plus: recommendations, a quick life hack & a fun quiz!
✨ This season is the perfect moment to rethink aging—not in years, but in rich, fulfilling experiences. 💫
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24/09/2025

At 50, it’s important to see clearly… especially when doing our makeup! 💄✨ We’ve pulled together a list of the best magnifying mirrors with bright LEDs, clear zoom, and stylish designs. 🌟

Which mirror would you love to have on your vanity? 👀💖

Be wise, 💋

Magnifying makeup mirrors are the perfect allies for midlife women. Here are the top picks for achieving flawless makeup, with clear zoom and bright LED lights.

23/09/2025

Let’s bust a myth right away: growing older doesn’t automatically make us cranky, stubborn, or impossible to please. 🔥
In fact, new research suggests the exact opposite: age seems to polish our personalities rather than tarnish them.🎉

A study titled "Structural and Dimensional Analysis of Personality in Healthy Older Adults", conducted by researchers at the University of Milan Bicocca, examined more than 370 retired adults over the age of 65. The findings were enlightening.
"As we age, certain personality traits actually increase - writes our chief editor Michela Di Carlo- honesty rises, agreeableness becomes stronger, and even extroversion sees a subtle uptick. What decreases? Emotional volatility".
❤️ Translation: fewer meltdowns, less overreacting, more thoughtful responses.
If this is “grumpy,” 🦀 then we’ll gladly take it.
🦋 Why do you think the stereotype of the ‘grumpy old woman’ persists, despite evidence to the contrary?

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22/09/2025

We don’t often think of as an opportunity. Too often, we frame it as a slow decline, a reminder of what’s been lost.
But what if we shifted the perspective? 🤔✨ What if aging was actually an open door,
a chance to , to refine, to rebuild, to step into the of ourselves? 🌱💪
Every year, every month, every Monday, even every single breath is a quiet invitation to start fresh. 🌅
Growth isn’t limited to youth. With age comes deeper wisdom, a richer sense of what truly matters, and a clearer vision of how we want to live. 💡❤️
You’re still here. 🙌 That means there is still time. Time to change directions, time to pursue the dreams you put on hold, time to love harder, forgive more, learn anew, and rise stronger. 🔥
Don’t wait for a “perfect moment.” This is the moment. You are alive, make it count. 🌟💯
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19/09/2025

programs have long been associated with young people in their twenties. But in recent years, more families have turned to mature women for their warmth, reliability, and .

Agencies now connect with families looking for nurturing figures who bring patience and wisdom to child-rearing. A role for many that can provide not only adventure but a sense of and at a time when traditional career paths may be winding down.

💥Here's the story of Margaret, 62, who took the leap.
https://crunchytales.com/next-chapter-living-abroad-as-a-granny-au-pair/

Would you consider becoming a Granny Au Pair yourself?

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Featuring: Granny Aupair, AuPair.com

18/09/2025

It’s not only challenging for a woman in her 50s to ; she also has to navigate her teen’s resentment over her not being at home and adjust to new family dynamics.

For Jane, returning to work was more than an economic or professional step, it was an emotional transition for her entire household.

💥 She tells CrunchyTales: "If it had been my husband who was away for work, like I am, Sarah probably wouldn’t even question it. Sometimes it feels like she’s determined to find something to hold against me"

Returning to work at 50 isn’t just about a career—it’s about redefining balance, setting boundaries, and navigating the delicate dynamics at home. 💼💖

👉 Have you ever returned to work after a long break? How did you handle family dynamics and balancing your own goals?

READ MORE 📍 https://crunchytales.com/i-went-back-to-work-at-50-now-my-daughter-reproaches-me-for-not-being-at-home/

17/09/2025

Everywhere we look, there’s an obsession with : how to live longer, how to “stay young,” how to stretch the years.

While there’s value in taking care of ourselves and we do cover often these topics here at CrunchyTales, we feel that we’re missing the point: life isn’t just about the number of years we have.

"For people over 50, the years ahead should be a canvas, not a countdown - writes our founder Michela Di Carlo in her column The Weekly Crunch 💋-. So why waste our energy on obsessing over longevity when the real magic is in experiencing life fully?"

READ MORE 👉 https://crunchytales.com/rethinking-aging-from-longevity-to-fulfillment/

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15/09/2025

Stop comparing your journey to anyone else’s. ⏳✨
Your timing is unique, your path is yours alone. The world may rush, but your growth has its own rhythm—and that’s exactly how it’s meant to be. 🌿

Trust your season, trust your pace. The moment you’re ready, you’ll shine, and no one can take that away. 🌸 Keep going—your bloom is coming. 💫
🔥A question for you: is being ‘late’ in life really a disadvantage, or just a different path?
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