Inspirational Women
Mary Ann Sieghart, author of The Authority Gap, says women are undervalued and overlooked. But when women, especially older women, do get to lead everyone’s lives improve
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“I had a breakdown after a traumatic third birth and struggled to cope for years - turning to comedy saved me”
When Olga Thompson became a mum for the third time, she fell into a dark place
By Kathryn Lewsey Published
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“After years of struggling, I’ve realised ADHD is my superpower”
Many parts of life made much more sense to the founder of the clothing brand Aspiga, 57-year-old Lucy Macnamara when she was diagnosed with ADHD five years ago
By Ellie Fennell Published
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“I dreamt of working on a cruise ship all my life - at 43, I finally did it and now I travel the world”
Following a family tragedy, Janine decided to put herself first and embark on the ultimate adventure
By Kathryn Lewsey Published
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"Every fortnight, I snuggle up with a group of strangers for a cuddle puddle"
It might sound like a wacky concept, but professional cuddle therapist Samii Wood breaks down the benefits of a good old bear hug
By Ellie Fennell Published
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3 women reveal their side hustles, as today’s 50 year olds are redefining midlife
We spoke to three women about why they started their side hustles, and the realities of having two jobs
By Lauren Crosby Medlicott Published
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"I created a new life blogging as a 50+ single traveller after the death of my husband"
After finding herself unexpectedly widowed, Sue Ross pivoted from being a senior sales manager for a pharmaceutical company to a blogger, YouTuber and transformational travel coach
By Ellie Fennell Published
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Women’s football was banned for 51 years, and now the Lionesses are making history
ITV sports reporter Katie Shanahan on how the Lionesses' achievements are changing the game for women of all ages
By Heidi Scrimgeour Last updated
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"When I first joined The Magic Circle, all I could see were white-haired men in ties... now I'm its first female chair"
Laura London's passion for magic began when she was eight years old. Bringing punk attitude to the male-dominated institution, she's working to bring more women into magic
By Ellie Fennell Published
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"I've rebuilt my life working as a doctor in the UK after fleeing Venezuela in disguise"
Dr Niloha Rangel tells the story of fleeing for her life with her son, and going on to help others
By Ellie Fennell Published