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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.
The 1-Minute Kitchen Routine That Helps Improve Balance and Prevent Falls
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The 1-Minute Kitchen Routine That Helps Improve Balance and Prevent Falls

As we get older, our balance isn’t what it used to be, which means we’re more likely to fall….

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Mexico’s Shocking New Residency Rules Make Retiring There Almost Impossible
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Mexico’s Shocking New Residency Rules Make Retiring There Almost Impossible

For years, the dream was as simple: pack up your bags, head south of the border, and live out…

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Say Goodbye to Morning Stiffness: 5 Gentle Movements Every Body Over 60 Needs
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Say Goodbye to Morning Stiffness: 5 Gentle Movements Every Body Over 60 Needs

If you wake up feeling stiff, creaky, or achy after 60, you are certainly not alone. It’s a fairly…

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Seniors Are Using ChatGPT for Companionship And It’s Wrong on So Many Levels 
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Seniors Are Using ChatGPT for Companionship And It’s Wrong on So Many Levels 

As AI sweeps across every generation, older adults are increasingly using chatbots as companions, swearing that talking to a…

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Why Returning to Work After Retirement Is Becoming the Norm (+7 Lucrative Job Ideas!)
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Why Returning to Work After Retirement Is Becoming the Norm (+7 Lucrative Job Ideas!)

Retirement used to be everyone’s dream. Work for 40 years, clock out on your final Friday, collect your pension…

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Death Cleaning Isn’t Just for the End: The Truth About Downsizing for Seniors That Will Change How You Think About It
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Death Cleaning Isn’t Just for the End: The Truth About Downsizing for Seniors That Will Change How You Think About It

There is a morbid little shadow cast over the phrase “death cleaning.” The Swedish concept of döstädning, popularized by…

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Why Functional Strength Training Beats the Gym for Older Adults: 5 Power Moves That Matter
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Why Functional Strength Training Beats the Gym for Older Adults: 5 Power Moves That Matter

I remember my days as a fitness instructor for seniors at my local YMCA. Light pink dumbbells, sitting on…

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10 Powerful Benefits of Bone Broth Most People Over 60 Don’t Know About
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10 Powerful Benefits of Bone Broth Most People Over 60 Don’t Know About

As we get older, our bodies just need a little extra support — especially when it comes to our…

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15 Interesting Benefits of Minimalism: Ditch the Sh*t, Lose the Stress
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15 Interesting Benefits of Minimalism: Ditch the Sh*t, Lose the Stress

If you think a minimalist lifestyle is just for hippies who think less is more, you’re partially wrong. The…

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41 Fun Fall Activities For Adults So You’re Not Bored and Lonely This Season
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41 Fun Fall Activities For Adults So You’re Not Bored and Lonely This Season

Whether you are newly single or have been for a while, looking for things to do at the beginning…

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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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