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What three “gifts” would you give a 20-something if you were a “Forty-Godmother”? 40-something women share three things to help a 20-something get a head start on the confidence to make decisions that are right for themselves. No more woulda, coulda, shoulda. 1. Don’t be in a big hurry to buy a lot of stuff. I […] Read more…
Dear 20-Something, 1. Wear a bikini always, because though you may think you have physical imperfections, after you reach 40 you’ll yearn for the 20 year old opportunity to put on that small suit. 2. Take your first child out with you to restaurants and movies while he/she is still an infant. The child will […] Read more…
What three “gifts” would you give a 20-something if you were a “Forty-Godmother”? 40-something women share three things to help a 20-something get a head start on the confidence to make decisions that are right for themselves. No more woulda, coulda, shoulda. 1. Know your worth. You have to push yourself to know it. Take on challenges, do […] Read more…
One thing I know now. Worrying doesn’t get you anywhere. Oh the voices in my head worrying what if, why and who — just taking away my sleep at night or keeping me distracted from doing me. I’ve learned that worrying rarely solves a problem… but it may raise some good questions. So a quick guide: […] Read more…
What three “gifts” would you give a 20-something if you were a “Forty-Godmother”? 40-something women share three things to help a 20-something get a head start on the confidence to make decisions that are right for themselves. No more woulda, coulda, shoulda. 1. Listen. That is the best thing you can do for a friend. 2. Be […] Read more…
Considering a move? Today we have guest post by Stephanie Florence, 40:20 Vision’s contributing / Millennial editor, sharing how leaving the city she loves was much harder than she expected. ~ September 14, 2015 The first day it “clicked.” The first time I cried since leaving New York City realizing I no longer live there. […] Read more…
What three “gifts” would you give a 20-something if you were a “Forty-Godmother”? 40-something women share three things to help a 20-something get a head start on the confidence to make decisions that are right for themselves. No more woulda, coulda, shoulda. 1. Every time you meet someone, start with a clean slate. Don’t assume anything. […] Read more…
I realize that it is okay to show your true self. I was afraid to show my personality in my twenties. I was buttoned up, got the job done professional. But I was a fun, spunky woman. I don’t think it would have hurt to let my sense of humor show a bit more. Now […] Read more…