I moved to New York, by choice, at age 60 and didn’t know a soul.  

One of the most honest questions women ask about going out alone is also the one they feel most embarrassed to admit:

“What do I do with myself when I’m alone at a bar?”

Women were taught that comfort has to be earned.
After the work is done.
After everyone else is taken care of.
After you’ve been useful, productive, pleasant, and agreeable.

The diva robe disrupts that entire narrative.

Apparently, if there isn’t a man, a friend, or at least a visible reason for your presence, you’ve violated some unspoken social agreement.

Because heaven forbid a woman be somewhere simply because she wants to be there.

Is there something good here — right now — that I’m allowed to claim?

Solo dating isn’t a consolation prize.
It is a power move.

This post touched my soul. I hope you’ll take a few minutes to watch.

I asked one simple question: Do your kids even want your stuff?”

And then it happened…

Let’s get this out of the way: “anti-aging” is one of the dumbest phrases ever invented.

Anti? As in… against aging? Babe, the only alternative to aging is an option none of us are rushing toward. So why the hell are we treating birthdays like criminal offenses?

If you find yourself alone for the holidays this year, don’t brace for it — embrace it.

Aging terrified me. Until it didn’t.

The truth is, aging isn’t a vanishing act. It’s a power move.
It’s the season of life where you finally get to drop the act, stop apologizing, and live the way you wish you had all along.

When you let go of what friendship should look like, the world starts to feel a lot less lonely. You stop waiting for the right person to appear and realize that, little by little, you’re already surrounded by exactly who you need.

Solo dining can be a powerful act of self-love, independence and even adventure.

The recliner is a comfort, yes—but it’s no substitute for life. Life is messy, noisy, sometimes awkward… and full of connection. Every small step out of this chair is a step toward being sharper, happier, and healthier.

Going out alone isn’t a fallback—it’s a choice. It’s a chance to own your time, your space, and your energy. It’s an opportunity to meet new people, recharge mentally and grow your confidence.

Socializing is like a muscle. If you don’t use it, it weakens. And just like your body, your social confidence needs regular movement to stay strong.

Going out solo can feel intimidating—even downright terrifying. But here’s the truth: the only way to get more comfortable being out on your own is to practice it.

Walking into a room alone—whether it’s a restaurant, a bar, a networking event, or a social gathering—can feel intimidating. But as a woman over 50, you bring a lifetime of experience, confidence, and charm. You don’t just enter a room—you make an entrance. Here’s how to do it with style and presence:

Do you still do coffee and cake? Why did we ever stop with the Entenmann’s?