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Iva is the founder of Women Blazing Trails. She created this site back in 2019 to help other women over 50 start over again, find self-confidence and regain control of their lives and happiness. When she's not writing, she's driving around on her scooter in her tiny town of Panajachel, Guatemala feeding street dogs and helping the poor people here.
11 Signs You’re Having a Midlife Crisis (and you’re not just a Karen)
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11 Signs You’re Having a Midlife Crisis (and you’re not just a Karen)

Once women reach a certain age, not only do our bodies change and our hormones, but our moods go…

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19 Things Mentally Strong People Do and 6 Things They Refuse to Waste Time On!
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19 Things Mentally Strong People Do and 6 Things They Refuse to Waste Time On!

Do you ever come across someone, and after spending some time with them, your first thought is, “Wow, what…

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These 5 Daily Habits Take 10 Minutes and Will Add Years to Your Life
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These 5 Daily Habits Take 10 Minutes and Will Add Years to Your Life

Alzheimer’s, heart disease, and all the other age-related crappy illnesses are hitting more people than ever—but here’s the thing:…

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Want to Live Longer and Healthier? Add These Doctor Recommended Longevity Foods to Your Diet
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Want to Live Longer and Healthier? Add These Doctor Recommended Longevity Foods to Your Diet

As we age, nourishing our bodies with the right foods becomes more important than ever. For anyone over 50,…

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I’m Not Just an Old Lady
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I’m Not Just an Old Lady

I didn’t think it was going to be this way. Invisible. Discarded. Disregarded. Ignored. Brushed Off. I had no…

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7 Everyday Habits That Are Secretly Wrecking Your Brain After 55
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7 Everyday Habits That Are Secretly Wrecking Your Brain After 55

I’m going to tell you something right now, you’re not 25 anymore, and you can’t do the things you…

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Anti-Aging Grocery List – 29 Best Foods to Stay Strong, Sharp and Healthy
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Anti-Aging Grocery List – 29 Best Foods to Stay Strong, Sharp and Healthy

I realized that after turning 60, my body, mind, energy, and health changed drastically. It wasn’t a slow transition….

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Warning: Reinventing Your Life After 50 May Cause Excessive Confidence
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Warning: Reinventing Your Life After 50 May Cause Excessive Confidence

Before we begin, I have a secret to share with you. You don’t have to stay the same person…

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What the Hell Did I Come in Here For? 10 Common Things We Forget (but don’t mean we have dementia)
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What the Hell Did I Come in Here For? 10 Common Things We Forget (but don’t mean we have dementia)

At least once a day, I walk into a room with a purpose, stop, stare at the wall blankly…

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10 Powerful Steps to Begin a New Life Alone No Matter How Old You Are!
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10 Powerful Steps to Begin a New Life Alone No Matter How Old You Are!

So here you are, newly divorced/separated/widowed/single, and trying to navigate this thing called life by yourself. This post is…

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Hi, I’m Iva!

In 2012, I left my abusive relationship and began my total life overhaul. This included changing my career and trading in my home country of Canada for beautiful Guatemala. I now help women find the strength and courage to live the life they deserve and desire!

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