Black Women 60+ Finding Their Groove

In this episode of "Staycation Extension," your host and producer, Connie Le Gendre, takes you on a journey through the ups and downs of her recent staycation. Retirement should be a time of leisure and relaxation, right? Connie shares her experiences, shedding light on the challenges of managing stress when faced with medical appointments, morning routines that clash with doctor's s...

 Two weeks is not enough even for a staycation.  I was about to take another week, but letting you know my progress is better than being inconsistent about posting episodes. I’ve done some research into adding some new skills and am excited about actually putting them into my arsenal of “finding my groove.”  I took my own advice and accomplished several medical appointments.  Health is my most imp...

Both vacations and staycations offer valuable benefits for health and well-being. Taking time away from the regular routine, whether it's traveling to a new destination or staying home, can have positive effects on physical, mental, and emotional health. So, I am taking a staycation which will begin after this episode and I will be posting again the week of Labor Day - Friday, September 8, 202...

Overall, I hope Season 1 of Black Women 60+ Finding Their Groove was an inspiring and empowering listen. It was a reminder that black women over the age of 60 are strong, resilient, and full of life. It was also a reminder that we all have something to learn from each other. If you missed season 1, be sure to check it out. And if you're a black woman 60+, we'd love to hear your story, comm...

In this empowering episode, we’ll cover the core of age-defying self-care for women 60 and beyond.  Exploring the vital importance of "Nourishing Your Body" and how it lays the foundation for radiant, healthy skin and overall well-being is a wide topic. I’ll share valuable insights, practical tips, and holistic approaches to embrace the beauty of aging gracefully. Discover the transforma...

Welcome to a podcast episode about health, dedicated to empowering 60+ women as they embark on their journey into retirement. In this episode of “Black Women 60+ Finding Their Groove” we delve into the realm of valuable tips and insights tailored to our vibrant community of mature women. Retirement marks a new chapter in life, and we believe it's the perfect time to embrace the wisdom gained o...

In this transformative episode, let’s delve into the fascinating world of money mindset and its profound impact on your financial well-being. In other words, further connecting the earlier episodes of foundation to your finances.  We’ll explore how aligning your energy with abundance can pave the way to financial freedom. Discover the power of shifting your thoughts, beliefs, and emotions surround...

Welcome.  We’re back to Black Women 60+ Finding Their Groove.  This episode of "Retirement Wanderlust," is for adventurous retirees looking to explore the world in their golden years. I'm your host and producer, Connie Le Gendre, and today we have a very exciting topic to discuss - moving abroad permanently or part-time in retirement while maintaining a home base solution in the U.S....

In this empowering episode of "Mindful Wealth Management," we delve into the realm of retirement and explore the profound connection between your conscious and subconscious mind and how it shapes your financial journey. Retirement is a time of transition and new beginnings, and understanding the interplay between your mindset and financial decisions is crucial to make the most of this ph...

Mystery and certainty are two contrasting concepts that relate to our understanding and knowledge of the world.  In season two of Black Women 60+ Finding Their Groove, we’ll explore each of them in more detail and how they affect the foundation and four pillars of season one and beyond. For those who have shared this podcast, thank you.  It’s much appreciated and keeps me going. The next episode i...

No one is self-sufficient; everyone relies on others.  It is the way of having social well being.  It may not be obvious that finding your groove should not be a solitary endeavor, but clarity comes from comparison.  It’s not necessary to have a large group of people to improve that well being, but solving important issues alone is a one-sided view.  There are at least two or more solutions to any...

The early episodes of “Black Women 60+ Finding Their Groove laid a foundation of four pillars.  We are now at Number 3, Emotional Awareness.  This is about your visible and invisible feelings.  Practicing this state is a lifetime process. It’s time to broaden my disclaimer for this podcast.  The Black Women 60+ Finding Their Groove podcast is presented solely for general informational, educational...

Welcome back to “Black Women 60+ Finding Their Groove.”  I’m your host, Connie Le Gendre.  The second pillar, “Best of health,” has many important components in your life.  In this episode I’ve considered the five I’ve had the most experience with.  These are more like definitions to find my groove.  Feel free to expand your inclusion of as many more you think will help you to find your groove.  I...

Black Women 60+ Finding Their Groove is for those women who have said:  “I don’t know where to start” as they are moving into retirement or are already there, are selling themselves short.  Whether you are a minimum wage earner or have broken the glass ceiling in a high value corporation, you were plowing the groove for someone else.  Now it’s your turn and all you can see ahead of you is what you...

The best of health pillar as seen through Black Women 60+ Finding Their Groove includes many segments: Your body is not the only thing you need to know about.  It’s important to know what is attacking our health and what is known about it.  We need to know who is in charge of our health, not only as a nation but globally.  I can only point out observation, experience, and how my health was and is...

Knowing what you want is the overarching theme of "Black Women 60+ Finding Their Groove. Moving from scarcity to abundance by understanding "money" was and is just a word until it was a thing. It became a thing in the form of minted coins in the 14th Century. This episode and future episodes will equate wealth to abundance. It's what you have left after you pay all your debts. W...

Are lack and scarcity barriers to controlling your life?  Usually, we attribute this to money.  But the word money by itself does not inform us of what it is that makes money the culprit for what’s missing or not enough of.  Before you can point your finger at money stealing your joy, you need more information about something as intangible as money. I think I’ve solved the problem of being able to...

This is Connie Le Gendre, your host and producer of Black Women 60+ Finding Their Groove and today’s episode is more about money and what it means to you now.  Learning how to make money work for you can be a lifestyle change.  A little history about things you find a barrier to your life success goes a long way. Schedule:  Season 1, Episode 13:  will post on Friday, May 12, 2023

“It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of light, it was the season of darkness, it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair.” ― Charles Dickens, "A Tale of Two Cities." This is considered Dickens' most difficult book to rea...

Sometimes you gotta just run with what you’ve got.  We’re at Episode 10 of the first season of finding your groove and it’s time to jump on what we found out about who we are and where we’re going right now. I'm working on my technology skills to improve the production of this podcast. So, thank you for bearing with me while I experiment with adding to that side of the podcast. I'm in the...

Every word you use to describe yourself, as well as every word you’ve accepted that others have used to describe you, molded you into the person you are today.  This episode is about stripping away the words you know have shown you a life of limitation and lack of ease for the valuable words that promote imagination and growth.

Life is like a chess game, a military incursion, or an architectural blueprint.  There are a lot of moving parts and every one has to be accounted for or you lose the game, the war, or the purpose of the structure you are building.  You have to be resilient, drawing on the lessons and skills you acquired in preparation for the task at hand. You don't have to be perfect but being pliable, ready...

Unequal distribution of wealth has caused pain for many people and never enough wealth for others.  Some people try to convince you that achieving certain things are hard and you shouldn’t attempt them because they find it hard.  It may well have been hard for that person but often it’s because they don’t want you to succeed where they have failed.  If there’s something you really want, there coul...

When you're searching for your groove, if you ask: Who am I at this moment? Can you answer that question? Of course you can because it's you in the present moment. How about: Who was I before I reached 60+ or retired? You can answer that one as well, because it's already happened. What we're doing with this podcast is designing the Retirement Chapter of your life. Believe it or not...

Reverse Engineering in this episode is backward building the concept of keeping the end in mind for your retirement chapter in the next five, ten or more years.  Considering people are living past 100 years of age, you may want to add to today’s tools and tips and keep abreast of new information that may allow you to grow in ways your health, wealth, and finances allow.