In this heartfelt and wide-ranging episode, listeners sent in deeply personal questions — and Wendy responds with honest, compassionate insight. From navigating friendships in your 70s, to handling retirement conversations at family gatherings, to ageism in the workplace, to fears about caregiving and widowhood, this episode goes straight into the real challenges we face as we age.

Wendy also answers personal questions about her own fears, where she sees herself in a few years, and the best (and hardest) parts of her day. You’ll hear stories from her life, wisdom from widowed friends, and practical steps you can take today to build a more meaningful and connected next chapter.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Is anyone else feeling what I’m feeling?” — this episode is for you.

Key Takeaways:

• Wanting connection is not neediness. It’s human.
• Friendship grows best when you pace yourself and allow reciprocity.
• Boundaries during holiday conversations protect your peace.
• Ageism and sexism are real — and they don’t diminish your worth.
• Caregiving looks different for everyone; compassion takes many forms.
• Widowhood is survivable, but not simple — community matters.
• Most money fears soften when you replace worry with action.
• You can choose what your next chapter looks like.
• Gratitude is powerful — especially at the end of a long day.

Links & Resources Mentioned:

Book a complimentary 30-minute call with Wendy: https://calendly.com/boomer-banter/30minutes

Take the “What’s Keeping You Stuck?” Quiz: https://bit.ly/NotStuck-Renewed

Adrienne Berg’s podcast, The Ageless Traveler: https://agelesstraveler.com

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