By Gwenn Voelckers By the time this edition of “In Good Health” hits the newsstands, I will have packed my bags, hired a cat
Live Alone & Thrive
Making New Friends: It’s Never Too Late
Practical tips, advice and hope for those who live alone By Gwenn Voelckers Question from a reader I’ve been divorced for about a year
The Summertime Blues: Are you feeling lonely?
By Gwenn Voelckers Summer has finally arrived. Woo hoo!! Time for barbecues, picnics, festivals and fun! For many people, the summer months provide welcome
How Content Are You?
A Quiz The Oxford English Dictionary defines contentment as “the state of being happy and satisfied.” This dictionary definition sounds like a nice way
Need Help? No Need to Go it Alone
It hasn’t been easy. Like many people, I’ve been reluctant to ask for help, not wanting to be a burden or inconvenience my family
The Power of Faith: One Woman’s Spiritual Journey
Life after a divorce or the death of a spouse can leave you reeling and wondering about practically everything — your judgment, your future,
What’s a Single Person to Do on Valentine’s Day? Embrace It!
What’s a single person to do on Valentine’s Day? Embrace it! February (and that perennial “day of love”) is just around the corner, so
Finding Your ‘True North’ in 2023
By Gwenn Voelckers I’ve discovered that a key to living alone successfully is to determine who you really are and what you want from
‘Tis the Season: Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Those Who Live Alone
By Gwenn Voelckers This column is for all of you who have friends or family members who live alone. In December, most folks look
Are You Facing Thanksgiving Alone?
By Gwenn Voelckers If you are facing Thanksgiving alone for the first time, you may be anticipating a lonely and depressing fourth Thursday of