When caregiving becomes part of life, it’s rarely just about helping with daily routines. Caring for a loved one through a serious illness means stepping into the role of advocate—asking questions, researching treatments, and ensuring they get the best possible care.
Ever catch yourself wondering, “When did I stop feeling like me?” Confidence doesn’t fade overnight—it slips away gradually, shaped by life’s twists and turns. But here’s the good news: it’s never too late to reclaim it. In this post, we explore why confidence fades and share simple, uplifting steps to help you reconnect with yourself, from creating a “brag bag” of your wins to building a power playlist. Small actions can lead to big transformations. Let’s get started!
Staying active after 40 doesn’t have to be exhausting—it just needs to be smart and fun! In this blog post, we’re sharing simple exercise hacks to help you build strength, boost energy, and stay flexible—without spending hours at the gym. Whether it’s sneaking in movement during your daily routine, finding a workout you actually enjoy, or jamming out to a motivating playlist, these tips will help you move in a way that feels good for your body. Ready to feel stronger and more energized? Let’s do this!
Stepping into the role of a caregiver is one of life’s most profound journeys. For many of us, it’s a calling we never anticipated, yet it brings out qualities and strengths we may not have known existed. Caring for a loved one through illness or hardship becomes a mirror, reflecting the parts of ourselves we didn’t know about ourselves and transforming us in ways we never expected.
The invincible superheroes of our childhood are becoming more dependent on us—a reality that brings both challenges and opportunities for connection. As women in midlife, we often shoulder significant responsibilities in this life stage.
Here are our recommended strategies for women caring for aging parents.
What if your best years weren’t behind you but just beginning? In midlife, many of us start asking deeper questions—what truly brings me joy? How can I live with more purpose? The Japanese concept of ikigai holds the answer.
Ikigai, or “reason for being,” isn’t about making drastic life changes. It’s about aligning your days with what you love, what you’re good at, what the world needs, and what sustains you. The result? More fulfillment, less stress, and a renewed sense of excitement for the journey ahead.
This isn’t just philosophy—it’s a science-backed path to longevity and happiness. Ready to find your ikigai and start living with intention? Let’s dive in.
Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, but too often, we focus only on love from others. This year, what if you gave yourself the most meaningful, transformative gift of all? The gift of YOU.
In midlife, we’re discovering a new kind of freedom—one where our hair becomes less about following trends and more about authentically expressing the women we’ve become.
As women over 40, we’ve lived through enough experiences to know that life rarely fits into neat little boxes. Yet, some myths seem to cling to us, shaping how we see ourselves and what we believe is possible. These myths can hold us back, keeping us from embracing the fullness of this stage of life.
Being the firstborn isn’t just a title — it is an identity. If you’ve ever wondered why you’re so good at keeping it all together — and why you sometimes feel like the human embodiment of a to-do list — you’re not alone. Let’s break down the lessons that come with being the firstborn with a dash of humor (because we’ve earned it).
For me, the routine exercise of blow drying, with its repetitive motions and focus required, somehow manages to open up a conduit to creativity. It goes to show that inspiration can indeed strike anywhere and at any moment.
In 2019, life threw me a curveball I could never have prepared for. My dad was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma at its most aggressive stage. Everything changed in an instant.
As I step into my new chapter of life, I’ve been reflecting on what truly matters. Here at Total U Living, we’re all about flipping the script, which got me thinking:
What if, instead of a traditional bucket list, we embraced The Anti-Bucket List?
Coming together to fuel a future with purpose, passion, and possibilities.